on the credenza
the images of ancestors
lighted by a candle
© Chèvrefeuille
on the credenza
birthday cake still in the box
first birthday party
flickering shadows –
the images of ancestors
cast by candle light
lighted by a candle
ancestors past and present
in whispered prayer
Pat R
9/24/17
For Carpe Diem Haiku: Meditation Troiku