Transformation

That's my mom
Foot on running board
Big, black,1937 Caddy
Huge headlights
Spare tires in fenders
Cigarette in hand
Stylishly dressed
Turban and flowing pants
Big smile
Clyde's Bonnie never looked so good
...Great photo

Here she is again
50's drab house dress
Cigarette in hand
Expressionless
My mom
...Sad photo

Posted 10/20/19

Copyright © | Year Posted 2019



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Date: 1/25/2021 11:22:00 AM
I agree with Gina, Peter. This transformation in you mom is haunting! Well written. Congratulations on your win! Blessings to you.
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Date: 1/25/2021 2:36:00 AM
So sad... hauntingly so. God bless you with many more and congrats on your win. Love and prayers
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Date: 1/24/2021 6:59:00 AM
And time changes everything. A picture says a thousand words. I too find such truth of life's journey in old photos. Great writing, Peter. Many congrats on your fine win.
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Date: 10/20/2019 5:12:00 PM
So much for 'adulthood,' eh?! Nicely juxtaposed, Peter. Cheers, Gershon
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Peter W Iversen
Date: 11/4/2019 12:35:00 PM
If I could only jump back and warn her. Thanks for the comments,Peter
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