in a house of poets (for Victoria)
by jacob erin-cilberto

unsettling breezes
thoughts of you arrive
and pass by my window
in short gusts of tears

you took words from all of us
and gave them beautiful homes
artistic structure
to display
our wares
a poet's friend

your love
smiles down
from the perfect
halcyon sky
you created and
copyrighted
with your gentle spirit

for you
our guest room
is awaiting
always.



Victoria Valentine was the author’s mentor, publisher and cherished friend.



 

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