I heard a tale
of a broken heart
a soul in a desert
of uncovered sorrow
of griefs
and sad memories
which set him apart

What's different
you ask me
from thousands of others
looking at
oval-framed
pictures
of loss?

Sun comes out
It's hot
Sun goes in
It's not

Who was she?

I'd like to think
"Someone,
somewhere
remembered me
with kindness"

Here lies Janet Aitch
Janet who?
Never heard of her!

Yesterday
routine altered
and my appointment
completely
left my mind

Got up early
Am out of sync
Wish I hadn't