Tag Archives: poverty

Outside the Royal Theatre

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Joanna M. Weston

Sometimes the contrasts in life are so strong, between laughter and sadness, rich and poor, bright and dull, day and night … OUTSIDE THE ROYAL laughter exits theatre                         jostles silk   wool suits smoked lips   mascara scarlet nails a man sits … Continue reading →

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Curb-side

Posted on January 23, 2019 by Joanna M. Weston

The dark side of the new year, with us always: those who struggle to keep body and soul together, the poor, marginalized, the unseen – until we really really look, open our eyes to understanding … CURB-SIDE yesterday’s torn newspapers                        … Continue reading →

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Single

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Joanna M. Weston

How do people manage on Social Assistance when they have kids, rent to pay, groceries to buy? Are they able to work even part-time? find time to play? … A SINGLE one slim bag of groceries                          three kids and no … Continue reading →

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The Spinet

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joanna M. Weston

New! ‘A BEDROOM OF SEARCHLIGHTS‘: poetry, being launched on May 26 at the Mill Bay Library as part of the ‘Author Appreciation Night’. This collection draws a picture of the poet’s divorced mother, an artist with two children, who struggled … Continue reading →

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Incomplete

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Joanna M. Weston

We’re in the throes of writing cards and letters to loved ones far and near, connecting in thought and hope for them all. And then, I watch the news, read the paper, and am distressed by the contrast with the … Continue reading →

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Starlight

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Joanna M. Weston

Not everyone can buy gifts or look forward to a family gathering. Some people will be cold and hungry through the dark time of the year. But sharing a smile, a touch, a coffee, a greeting, small gestures can warm … Continue reading →

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Day and Night

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Joanna M. Weston

Thanksgiving comes up in ten days and I’ve been thinking about those who are homeless and hungry while I have so much. There’s so little I can do: give to the local Foodbank, knit scarves … A A DAY AND … Continue reading →

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