Tag Archives: Daughter

The Opening

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Suzanne

I’ve opened the door for you. You’re welcome to stay. We can climb trees and eat cherry pie. I’ll hold you when you need to cry. There’s room in my heart now. And in my home. I am grateful to … Continue reading →

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Smoke Fills the Air ~ 2

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Suzanne

Smoke follows beauty That’s what you would say as the Smoke filled my lungs and clouded my brain. I was only a child wishing for fresh air to fill my days instead of living in a Perpetual Haze. I did … Continue reading →

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Lying There

Posted on September 5, 2015 by Suzanne

He looked like an Auschwitz victim. Like a tiny helpless baby bird. I wanted to cradle him in my arms, But fed him ice chips instead. It’s what he preferred. He looked into my eyes Just moments before he died. … Continue reading →

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New Life

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Suzanne

Mom always believed in reincarnation. Although she never talked about how she wanted her next life to look. Maybe I’ll write that story for her. Include loving parents.  A life filled with ease and good health. Things that were missing … Continue reading →

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Time for Publication

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Suzanne

He handed me the folder full of poems and said, “Just don’t publish these until after I’m dead.” [This one’s for you Dad.] Copyright Suzanne Norton 2015

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