“School,” an elegy for our girls and in recognition of the connection we have with children and women everywhere, written February 28, poem 059 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Crayon box, with Ear" by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Sick,” a determination of wellness or lack thereof, as contrasted with surrealist paintings from Salvador Dali. Written February 27, poem 058 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Sick Day Matzo Ball Soup for One" by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026
“Muse,” written February 26, ode to my grandma's bust that gave her joy and direction, and the hopes that those powers will accompany me, too. Poem 057 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Protein,” written February 25, about the impossibility of keeping up with recommended protein consumption for women in the 40+ category. Poem 056 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Arugula Salad with Insufficient Protein," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Render,” written February 24, poem 055 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Kitchen Love Notes," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Skip,” a reflection on aging, humility, humor and the over-ambitions of a 40-something trying to return to an exercise routine. Written February 23, poem 054 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: "Elevated Leg Deflated Ego," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Rising,” a homage to the volunteerism that builds community and faith, written February 22, poem 053 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: Cranberry Orange Muffins Up Close, by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“The Sell,” a poem on enthusiastic young entrepreneurs, written Saturday, February 21, 2026, poem 052 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: Wall of Cookie Cases, by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
"Sushi," a haiku about Friday night family dynamics. Poem #051, written Friday, February 20, 2026 by Diana Ludwick, 0f 265 poems written in 2026. Photo: X, Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Cookie,” written February 19, poem 050 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Cookie Booth: a Generational Inheritance of Entrepreneurship," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.