She handles it
carefully
gently
The feather down
and gossamer layers
cradle it
She’s unpacked
Yesterday
The weight
almost comforting
As it settles
on her shoulders
Copyright © 2018 Penny Wilson
*My upcoming move has made me reflect upon what we drag with us through life. The gloom of yesterday, often self-inflicted upon us today.
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Penny Wilson is a freelance writer who writes in several genres. She's had a successful blog with a growing and loyal following for more than 5 years. Penny has written articles for Counseling Directory .org, Introvert Dear .com, and WOW Women on Writing. Her poetry has been published on Ariel Chart, a monthly online Journal, Spill Words Press and the Poppy Road Review. She is currently working on her first novel. You can find more of her writings on her blog at: https://pennywilsonwrites.com/ and follow her on Twitter @pennywilson123.
I can’t find truer words than Minnesota Prairie Roots posted.
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Yes! Thank you!
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❤
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🙂 Thank you!
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Bravo to one of my favorite writers! I kove this piece ☺❤
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Aww, thank you, Walt! And you are one of mine! ❤
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You’re very welcome, and thank you! ☺
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So true. Experiences past weave into our lives. Lovely piece, Penny.
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Thank you!
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Love this write Penny. I am so glad that I have found your page. Dorinda had tweeted it and I jumped at a chance to look. I’m glad that I did. Have a wonderful day.
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You are so kind Antony! I just had a brief look at your blog and followed as well. Thank you for the visit and the follow! I look forward to seeing more of your beautiful writing! ❤
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