The poems on this site represent a lifespan that began in 1937, before World War II. Some were written in adult life from memories of childhood but others are from the living and ever changing present. Some of the poems touch on difficult subjects and contain the language of their time but others are light hearted and humorous. Whether you entered this site through a hole in the fence, the eye of a needle or through a looking glass, I hope you will find some thoughts or some words to inspire you. If you do, please pass them on.