PJ’s worn inside-out,
string bean forgiveness,
the teakettle whistles,
the engine revs.
Thanksgiving at home;
no helmets on a private road,
and even the dog has Alzheimer’s
‘cause old grudges are gone.
Tuk tuk magnets,
Bendicks Bittermints,
their frosty filling
a dose of warm.
© 2022 | K.Hartless
Poet’s Pub | dVerse Quadrille 165 — Warmly
44-words to warm up to (I look forward to snuggling with everyone’s after my night class)
Cover Art: EVA NARODITSKAYA
Thank you. It’s quite the casserole these get togethers. 🍽️
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This was fun to read! I had to look up those Bendick’s candies, never heard of them, sounds delicious!
https://www.britsuperstore.com/usa/browse-by-section/chocolate/bendicks-mints-and-chocolates.html
Thank you., Lillian. It was a wild holiday here, but definitely one that warmed me. 💜
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Thank you kindly, Sandy. It was a roller coaster ride, but you may be right. There’s something about feasting in the fall that should be treasured, and I’d say it’s worth the spreading of gratitude and awkward family memories to make a fall festival of some sort happen.
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Thank you, John. I’d be squeezing for sure. This one gives me a warm glow this evening. I have to admit despite all my trepidation about the holiday, I had the very best of times with people I missed when away. Oh, but do tell all about your budding spring to keep us warm in this hemisphere.
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Sad about the dog. Thanks for a glimpse of your holiday warmth.
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Thank you so much, Helen. It’s every word of it part of my holiday and it was great fun to try and share it in 44 words. I am grateful for your kind words. Happy holidays to you!
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The poem depicts a familiar moment filled with small quirks and memories, where old tensions dissolve and everything feels lighter. Amidst everyday objects and simple gestures, a special warmth emerges, transforming the home into a refuge.
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I love this!
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