2026 Poetry Challenge
String Theory
“String theory,” a rant about the inherent fickleness of children, written March 3, poem 062 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, “Unwanted Cheese,” by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
Humor
2026 Poetry Challenge
Photo
“Photo,” a rant-poem on the inexplicably awful photographic conditions of government-approved portraiture, written March 2, poem 061 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photograph: Manufactured Disaster: A Passport Photo, by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
2026 Poetry Challenge
Sick
“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
2026 Poetry Challenge
Protein
“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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
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
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
Funny
"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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
January Seventy-First
"January Seventy-First," a typed-by-thumbs on iPhone poem for your scrolling pleasure. A musing on the endless days of the first month of the year and how a constant connection to the world can make it feel even longer. Poem 031 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo: Macro
2026 Poetry Challenge
Podcast
"Podcast," poem 021 in a series of 365 poems by Diana Ludwick, written in 2026. Photo: accessories for a winter walk and podcast for one, (c) DIana Ludwick 2026.
2026 Poetry Challenge
Coat
“Coat” a wintertime mudroom standoff, Poem 016 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026.