scattered family
linked through photos
each fills in the dots
scattered family
linked through photos
each fills in the dots
quiet affection
flows through my arteries
after cousins meet
a blessing of cheeks
forest of eyelashes
heartful of kisses
kids in each direction
love in endless loops
from one to all
dear granddaughter
giggles and sugar crashes
may we remember
yearly traditions
family gatherings
and war on repeat
reports from abroad
ramen noodle enjoyment
four a.m. quizzes
one wistful sigh
imagining being there
distant family
no matter how tired
body, mind and emotion
there’s always some to give
simple “good morning“
warm hug before exercise
back to rituals