“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.
“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.
“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.
“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.
“Flowers,” a poem about last night's dream, surrounding mysterious flowers and song from women of the cliffside town of my imagination. Written February 17, poem 048 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: "Waves on cliffside, Maui." Photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Galentine,” a love letter to Women. Written February 13, poem 044 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Box of Hearts," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“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.
“On Balancing Rage,” written February 12, 2026 by Diana Ludwick. Photo: "A Deskside Still Life," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
“Kaffee,” a snapshot in time from a Viennese cafe in wintertime. Written February 11, poem 042 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
"Funny," an acknowledgement of a heavy voice as shaped and weighed down by These Times. Written February 7, poem 038 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.