Polio at five,
Months in a hospital bed You’re a survivor Head tilted over The trashcan in the kitchen You’re trimming my bangs Giggles with Vicki Racing your wine to the fridge “Grandma D is here!” Standing tall on the Chair pulled next to the counter: Where I learned to bake The best medicine: On the couch with soaps, saltines You made me feel safe Your perfume lingers Lovely lipstick, mascara It must be date night! In the dressing room Helping me try on mountains Of clothes: Shopping trips Angsty teen moments Words I could never erase You always forgave Busy high school years Contests all around the state You didn’t miss one Quilts cut, sewn with care Favorite cakes, breads, apple pies You love through action Still in love with Dad And now the perfect grandma Teaching me always “You look like your mom!” I used to shrug my shoulders Now I nod with pride
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