2026 Poetry Challenge
“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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
“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
“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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
“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
“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
“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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
"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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
“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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
“Cover,” a musing on book faces--and human ones. Written February 18, poem 049 in a series of 365 poems written by Diana Ludwick in 2026. Photo, "Funeral Mask, Louvre," by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.
2026 Poetry Challenge
“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.
2026 Poetry Challenge
“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
"Chèvre" a poem about summer impromptu actions that lead to memories. Poem #046 in a series of 365 poems written in 2026 by Diana Ludwick. "Chevre in the summer," photo by Diana Ludwick (c) 2026.