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Whale Rain

I stood atop a high stone wall today, little stars-in-my-sky, looking out over the water and thinking of you. Rain pattered all around, plashing up from the courtyard, patting on my hood, and leaving tiny, icy kisses on my cheeks. … Continue reading

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Never the Same

As the holidays approach, the ache in my heart increases. Last year the holidays were marked by a thundering silence from my son and his family. At the last minute I got to see the children and meet my new … Continue reading

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Happy To You!

Oh, little Bee, your very first birthday is nearly here. One year ago, you came like sunshine into our lives, yet I barely know you. I’ve seen you twice, when you were two months and six months old, and you’re … Continue reading

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Whispering Sky

I walked on the beach today, little stars-in-my-sky, and in my heart you walked along with me. The water was calm, curling and shushing, mumbling gently over the pebbles, the sun warm after a weekend of rain. Green tangles of … Continue reading

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Phlox Intoxication

I went for a walk in the flower garden in the park this evening, little stars-in-my-sky, and I wished on the evening star that you could be with me, while the moon made a sideways smile high above. The sun … Continue reading

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The Power of Light

I miss you so much, little stars-in-my-sky. My world seems dark and scary right now, with half-seen monsters lurking in the shadows. I feel alone, so alone sometimes, but through it you shine like the cluster of stars at Orion’s … Continue reading

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Breath of Roses

After the rain shushed and patted my roof all night (I love the sound of rain, don’t you?), the sun came out and it was a perfect day. I went to walk on the beach, little stars-in-my-sky, and you went … Continue reading

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Max’s Quilt

I was playing with my stash of quilt fabrics the other day, and came across the fabric I bought to make a baby quilt for you, Max. Did you know I bought them long before you were born? I did. … Continue reading

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How Often Do I Think of You?

Do you know how often I think of you, little stars-in-my-sky? I worry, sometimes, that because we’re apart, you might not know that you’re always on my heart. And sometimes I’m afraid, with that cold quiet fear, that you might … Continue reading

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To The Stars In My Sky

You’re so young, I don’t know if you remember me. And that’s a terrible thing for a grandmother to feel. I miss you every day, and wonder how you’re growing, what you’re doing, what wonders you’re discovering. I want to … Continue reading

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