by Abbe Rolnick | Jun 18, 2025 | Abbe's Ruminations
This morning at precisely 5:45 am, after a forty- minute swim, I popped out of the pool. Content that the swimmer in the next lane, finished as well. He is my morning buddy; one I hardly know. Once every three or four months, our swims are...
by Abbe Rolnick | Mar 27, 2025 | Abbe's Notes
Designer SandwichA crunch on the outsidePreferably pumpernickel rye toastedNot too thin or thickJust enough to hold the center.A mixture of texturesThat meld the outer vigorWith a smooth snap.A thin coating of DijonBefore the bed of lettuceRipe tomato slices, sharp...
by Abbe Rolnick | Jan 24, 2024 | Abbe's Ruminations
Abbe’s Ruminations January 2024 Friendship: A true friend combines respect, humor, honesty, love, and trust. Recently, I challenged myself to apply to a highly competitive retreat for women writers for 2025 acceptance. The application went beyond the ones I have...