Some memories bring such a rush of delight, and this is one, added to by time and the joy of the occasion …
ONE AFTERNOON
the summer of mother’s yellow hat
flies into memory 
on the width of the wind
for the hat flew to her head
in a dazzle of sunlight
giving her a laughing halo
flicking bird’s wings upward
into and over apple trees
to ride a garden party
of sweet cherries and peonies
goldenrod and blushing roses
where she queened it
for an elegant afternoon
Frame and The McGuire – ‘… a gentle yet striking novel about the way our perception influences our judgement of others.’ Amy Mathers. For ages 8-13 … published by Tradewind Books available on Amazon or your local bookstore.
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