My mother\u2019s clothes sit in her closet five years after her death
\nExcept for an occasional borrowing to fulfill a timely, special need.
\nI yet cannot bear to give away that special presence she has left,
\nAlthough a fur coat hangs tucked away (looking slightly bereft).
\nSo each evening, I frugally put on night gowns that she once wore,
\nWrapping myself in soft, cotton comfort, now extensively darned.
\nNever mind that I look like an older Orphan Annie slightly forlorn.
\nNo need to spend on robes and dainty nighties no one else ever sees:
\nI wear Mom\u2019s old socks on winter nights and into her shoes squeeze.
\nOf course, it\u2019s more than selfish to keep what the needy can use.
\nBut for now, l have tangible reminders of her from which to choose.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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