Author Archives: sputterpub

Swamping

Posted on March 17, 2023 by sputterpub

Continuing to disagree with whatthey choose to do in landscaping out front(I neither view nor use that garden, butI wish they had more taste), their latest stuntincludes more agapanthus, to be blunt,than any drought-resistant quadrant needs.And even so, they puddled … Continue reading →

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Diminution Notice

Posted on March 16, 2023 by sputterpub

Alive now 16 years in widowhood,and doing better than we thought she would(with sedentary habits, smoking, stress,we’ve been astounded at her heartiness,and some opine she’s too mean for the dark –she’ll send the Reaper packing, with a bark),I see her … Continue reading →

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BART Whiz

Posted on March 15, 2023 by sputterpub

The station seemed unclean, as did the trainI boarded Saturday a week ago.The weather was inclement – chilly rain.The passengers were sodden, rags on showand bags abundant. Homeless they appeared,exhausted and not loud at 10 a.m.Nobody bothered me or acted … Continue reading →

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Restraining

Posted on March 14, 2023 by sputterpub

You must’ve done it – blown up a balloon,and as you let the air whoosh out again,you stretch to squeeze the opening, and soona shrieking scream escapes – an awful din.Some laugh and others wincing then beginto block their ears. … Continue reading →

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Tending to Ending

Posted on March 13, 2023 by sputterpub

“It ends so often badly,” was the phrase.I heard it recently, or maybe readthe syllables, but ever since it playsrecurrently, a worm inside my head,a view I don’t dispute. In truth I dreada bad decline. I plan to exerciseas many … Continue reading →

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Eye Exam

Posted on March 12, 2023 by sputterpub

I don’t mind eye exams, but I’d avoiddilating drops forever if I could.By consequential glare I am annoyed,and though I know the doctor needs a goodlook in the orb – because the likelihoodof problem is increased, by age conveyed –for … Continue reading →

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Instructions

Posted on March 11, 2023 by sputterpub

My facialist suggested that I trya moisturizing sunblock with some tint.It seemed a good idea; I chose to buya tube. Her tip was more than just a hint –“Be sure to shake it well each time.” So Ihad details, which … Continue reading →

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Sick Day

Posted on March 10, 2023 by sputterpub

I didn’t have a rigid plan today –some morning exercise, depart by 3,and spend a little time at books and playwith almost-6 and -2 for company.Then came the call the older’s sick. He’ll stayat home so I’ll come early, act … Continue reading →

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Again the Ants

Posted on March 9, 2023 by sputterpub

Again the ants invade. It’s no surprise.Survival instincts have to be obeyed.Outside is cold and wet. Before my eyes,again the ants invade. Like moving coffee grounds, the bugs paradewithin my kitchen sink. So I ariseto drown and crush and vacuum … Continue reading →

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Raccoon Roof

Posted on March 8, 2023 by sputterpub

A garden cottage will have critter soundof course – the insect buzz, the song of birds,the punch of bodies on the roof, that poundof mammal paws. Conveying such in wordsI say the cats are silent as on ground,and squirrels are … Continue reading →

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