Cherrie Palmer : Writing

The Trail of My Tears

The Trail of My Tears

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


With need we traveled here And with great care we both played a part. You to be tended, and I to sit and watch. With hope clutched tight, ..
Well Wishers

Well Wishers

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


Will I remember the words of the "Well wishers"?? Mostly, no. I do know that eventually the fog will lift. Until then I will force a smile and try..
Turning Every Stone

Turning Every Stone

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


You sought me out. Looking for every hidden jewel. Yes, in the garden of my heart you lived, turning over every little stone. Our love complete ..
Feeling Empty

Feeling Empty

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


All we needed was each other to face anything. My friend, confidant and lover. My husband and greatest love. You left me all to soon. Leaving me empt..
Covid

Covid

A Story by Cherrie Palmer


I Matthew and I came down with covid I seem to be on the down hill slide. But Matt has been intubated and is in the fight for his life. I will look..
Homeward  Bound

Homeward Bound

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


Written for my brother-n-law who is not long for this world
Dazzling Luminaries

Dazzling Luminaries

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


Ascending sun gives birth to wind. That gentle breeze upon my skin. Asks me softly to rise from sleep. Fizzling stars hold their space, As..
Shadows Fall

Shadows Fall

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


Ghazal 5 couplets. The first ending in the same phrase. And the second line there after repeats it.
Tethered to the Wind

Tethered to the Wind

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


Tethered to the wind see him fly. those wings of grace caress the sky, Seized by his beauty I begin to cry. Tucked in a thermal he hitche..
Waltzing Across Land and Sea

Waltzing Across Land and Sea

A Poem by Cherrie Palmer


Aba ab1 ab3 ab1 ab3 ab13. Part 2 of the curtain...