Author’s Notes

GLASS RAIN—the poetry by Margaret Roxby

“WHEN THE MOON BLOWS COLD” is a poem of old age. Margaret was beginning to feel the weight of years and the weariness that slowed her steps and sapped her energy. After contemplating her state, she wrote this poem which again reveals her persistent optimism.

REFRACTIONS

“UNTITLED” by Robert Roxby. This piece reflects an earlier time when milk was delivered to your door by the milkman, but still is applicable as so many now are ordering grocery items delivered. Robert felt strongly that we should acknowledge and be thankful for those who make our lives a little better. Robert’s poem appeared in his anthology, Reflections on a Lifetime.

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS—the poetry of Kathleen Roxby

“THE GIVING AND RECEIVING” is a poem discovered among the author’s papers. It is likely that this poem was written near the end of a long period of depression.