Here's what's incredible about writing in a journal my entire life - I can find big moments like prom and graduation...read myself back to life. This poem includes snippets from the entry I wrote the day after my prom. Grade 12. Age 18. Tonight, my daughter has her prom, some thirty years (and five days!)… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 13
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POEM A DAY – June 7
The Weight On My Heart Today four years ago todayI was poem-high, love-beathaving spent the day (andthe day before) writingpoetry on demand atart in the park. it wasone of the best days.one of my best days.I was filled with exultationlaughter, awe at thesize of it all: the peoplethe sales, the volunteersthe smiles, the magic inthe… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 7
POEM A DAY – April 26
THANK YOU! THANK YOU to everyone who's pre-ordered a copy of We The Mourners! Yahoo! I'm working hard on marketing and launch details...and a small tour! More to come! Ella’s Dresser Ella lived with her mother, father and brotheracross the street from my Nonniher brother was younger by yearsa toddler speaking only in hungarianher father… Continue reading POEM A DAY – April 26
VANESSA SHIELDS 