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A Rose in Blossom
by Richard L. Provencher A whisper above her wheel chair creates its own world. Later on, she'll remember He was here, an hour, perhaps a week ago, Alzheimer's digging roots. She'll be gone soon from the nursing home, eyes fixated on the overhead lighting her green dress an impact in the room, wheel chair at attention, scratching her leg, routine. Tummy seems full, dinner was---peas, no chicken, potatoes cut into little hunks, good too she thinks, and bread with dessert, ice cream a cherry on top, red like the setting sun. Tilts her head, attentive to One voice calling, knowing she'll be going home soon. * * * Richard enjoys writing poems; many of which have been published in Print and Online. He and his wife, Esther are also co-authors of stories and a print novel. They are "born again" Christians and very busy in their church, Abundant Life Victory International, in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia. Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |