PACE Global Haiku • Fall 2006 Dr. Randy Brooks

Kristen Robinson

Je táime mémère! I love you Grandma! by Kristen Robinson When I was a child, I looked forward to spending the holidays with my family. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve, my entire family congregated at my grandparent's home. We spent hours eating, talking and simply enjoying one another's company. My grandfather died when I was seven years old. After that, each holiday I spent the night with my grandma, partly to help with the mess and partly to ensure she would not be alone. These nights were special and I will always treasure the memories of those nights. Several years ago my grandmother passed away. I cared for her in her final days. Although it was difficult, I am thankful for the time I was able to spend with her. This collection of haiku is a tribute to her. I love and miss her dearly.

stomping through leaves racing to Grandma's warm kitchen

golden ornament etched with my name Christmas gift from Grandma

into the ground the casket goes— final goodbye

sitting on the grass not so alone; leaning against her headstone

© 2006, Randy Brooks • Millikin University
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