Mabh Savage
Words and the world passing by; how it sings to me; how I clamour back.
Tag: children
Devoted Mother
Arachnophobes, look away now! A cellar spider (pholcidae) in our bathroom, clutching her egg sac. She’s been there for days, determinedly carrying the unborn babies everywhere she goes, and even fighting off a rival (they sometimes eat each other!). I’m moving her soon, as we… Continue Reading “Devoted Mother”
Tiny Light
Tired in the morning Yawning from the night Muscles cramped with fever Strung out from the fight Leaving bedroom empty Step into the sun Clothes, toothpaste and water Down steps; one by one Little smile is all it takes To get me out my… Continue Reading “Tiny Light”
Holiday
I’m going away for a few days, camping if you can believe it- camping in September, in England! Must be nuts. But honestly, we always go around this time of year, and it’s usually lovely. Weather aside, it’s really wonderful to have this time… Continue Reading “Holiday”
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