Illustration from
foodbeautylove.com
gathering the garrulous clan
five or six conversations
unleashed all at once among
three animated generations
passing platters of all the
old stories rewarmed and
retold with the gestures of
silverware making for sharp
punctuation of punch lines
as I settle back in my pride
smiling happily into my wine
perfect family portrait . . .
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realism
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Oh! This one I like very much! You’ve painted the word-picture so poignantly! Love it!
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much appreciated
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I remember this one with great delight, and some small envy for the warm conviviality you enjoy.
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not all convivial – some heated arguing, too
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But I suspect you all kiss and hug when it’s over.
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Reminds me of my family once upon a time.
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I wish it happened more often these days, but it’s rare now to have everyone together
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