Author’s Notes

GLASS RAIN—the poetry by Margaret Roxby

“BUTTERFLY FLOWN” was written after the poet heard a reading focused on Pavlova. The poet’s daughter remembers her mother talking about the impact of Pavlova, almost as if her mother had seen the dancer perform in person. This poem was found among the poet’s papers, dated 1992. She had submitted it for review to her Round Robin team, a group of fellow poets. They had suggestions for editing. There is no evidence the poet ever rewrote the poem.

KALEIDOSCOPE—a series by Kathleen Roxby

“THE CONSONANT CONUMDRUM”. This piece reflects the author’s childhood learning experience.

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS—the poetry of Kathleen Roxby

“AS IN ROYAL ELEGANCE” was written after the author attended her ten-year high school reunion and is part of a series.