by Abbe Rolnick | May 11, 2025 | Abbe's Ruminations
Generations of Motherhood : Abbe’s Ruminations May 2025 I didn’t intend to write about Mother’s Day, and in fact my thoughts are more about Grandparents—the wonderful next step in our lives. Once again, I participated in my two grand-daughter’s school event. I...
by Abbe Rolnick | May 8, 2025 | Abbe's Notes
Holding HandsDeals have been made with the shaking of a hand.Honor kept by the touching of skin on skin,Eye meeting eyes.A promise valued from a worthy history.When walking hand in handThe offer signals a willingness to trust.A promise to share, give, and...
by Abbe Rolnick | May 1, 2025 | Abbe's Notes
An Unexpected GiftTake this to warm you.A shawl woven in blue and yellowA hand-me down momentWhere eyes met And women connect.A pebble glistening in the sunRainbows of metallic pastsHoned by the river’s edgeA skipping stoneHeart shaped in time and hope.Lichen, crusty...
by Abbe Rolnick | Apr 24, 2025 | Abbe's Notes
Where is Home?Within my walls of skin and bonesI carry all that I need to be at home.As I bend into a tent and extend my limbsMy arms and legs create my base.Sheltered upon the earth, My folded body stretches, holds firm. I rise like a tree, roots embedded.My branches...
by Abbe Rolnick | Apr 23, 2025 | Abbe's Ruminations
Desert Jewels- Recent Memories I’ve been here before, in the desert of which some say is desolate with its muted beiges, browns, and shadowy hills. I’m struck by silhouettes, spikes, prickly cactus with blooms so vibrant that the sun shines through. Those who...
