• 2026 Poetry Challenge - Poems

    School

    “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.

  • 2026 Poetry Challenge - Humor - Poems

    Skip

    “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.

  • 2026 Poetry Challenge - Poems

    Rising

    “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.

  • 2026 Poetry Challenge - Poems

    Streak

    “Streak,” a nod to good intentions--and the hope of sustained follow-through. Written February 16, poem 047 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: Trainers on Tread, Photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026

  • 2026 Poetry Challenge - Poems

    Room

    “Room,” a poem on mutual understanding on the vagaries of parenting and boundaries. Written February 12, poem 043 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: "No Grone Ups All Oud!" by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.

  • 2026 Poetry Challenge - Poems

    In Search Of

    “In Search of,” an accounting of collecting knowledge in search of The Answer - and just maybe, a sweet little treat. Poem 032, written 1 February 2026, in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.