Wisconsin Poetry – Study Window Poems

reading in my study

reading in my study
many authors over time
then I look up from a page
and can write what I see

My small study is on the second floor, and the window over my desk looks at the garden.

everyday beauty
cedar tree in sun
near the garage
and a dove on the branch
by my study window

May 2022

Daily writing prompt

What sacrifices have you made in life?

groceries for Mom
fresh flowers
always on the list

lasting a long time
heart-blessings
of a caregiver
and carnations
from a store this week

Poems by Ellen Grace Olinger

Daily writing prompt

What’s the oldest things you’re wearing today?

We donate to thrift stores and shop at the same stores. I wonder about the stories. Here are poems from my blogs over the years. Thank you.

warmth on a cold day
sweaters and blankets
from thrift stores

colder weather
time for my favorite coat
from a thrift store

birds in the painting
from the thrift store
forever in flight

cup from a thrift store
on my grandmother’s
straw chest
near the window
fills with light

Poems are by Ellen Grace Olinger.

primroses growing
from garden to lawn
deep decades of roots
strengthen my faith
for new dreams

“primroses growing” was published by SMILE, 2012.