”A Squirrel’s Front Teeth Never Stop Growing” is up on Spillwords!

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Thank you, Dagmara K, for publishing my double Haibun, “A Squirrel’s Front Teeth Never Stop Growing”. It’s a memoir poem about how my parents gathered for us but also had trouble letting go of their treasures.

Here is the first part of the poem. Please continue to Spillwords to read the rest. I’d love a like! ♥️

A Squirrel’s Front Teeth Never Stop Growing

Mom foraged for meals for nine daily. She hunted for quilt patterns and party dresses for teen girls. She gathered sea shells to glue to our gift baskets. She organized our puzzle pieces by colors and shapes. She sorted socks of all sizes and seasons. She stashed pennies to invest in Dad’s retirement. Our nest was always a crowded mess.

One by one, we fell out
and scurried away
to our own trees………..

14 responses to “”A Squirrel’s Front Teeth Never Stop Growing” is up on Spillwords!”

  1. robbiesinspiration Avatar

    Hi Barbara, I’m sorry but even though I logged in, I wasn’t able to leave a comment Spillwords. I liked your poem very much. My mom didn’t keep any of my things but I’ve kept my all my son’s art and reports. Different folks, I guess.

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    1. Meelosmom Avatar

      In our case, there were seven kids to keep in clothes and toys, so I think my parents felt overwhelmed. 😊 Thank you for reading and commenting!

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      1. robbiesinspiration Avatar

        My pleasure. I am one of for girls. One of my sisters is a real pack rat. She kept her own stuff and still has it.

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  2. Annette Rochelle Aben Avatar

    Well done to you!

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    1. Meelosmom Avatar

      Thank you, my friend!

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  3. paeansunplugged Avatar

    Congratulations, Barbara.

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    1. Meelosmom Avatar

      Thank you, Punam!

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      1. paeansunplugged Avatar

        My pleasure. I enjoyed it.

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  4. Dawn Pisturino Avatar

    What a fascinating poem, Barbara!

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    1. Meelosmom Avatar

      Thank you, Dawn, and thank you for liking and commenting on Spillwords! I replied there that I felt sad for my dad. He was an only child and felt like letting go of his things would be a death. He grieved for the past.

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  5. Cindy Georgakas Avatar

    Congratulations on your wonderful poem with great metaphors Barbara! I’ll head over and read you there💕

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    1. Meelosmom Avatar

      Thanks! Awesome!

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      1. Cindy Georgakas Avatar

        🤗💕

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  6. Baydreamer - Lauren Scott Avatar

    Congrats, Barbara, and I love the metaphor and photos!

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