AUTHOR NOTES

GLASS RAIN—the poetry by Margaret Roxby

“A HOLIDAY VERSE” was found among the author’s papers. It was intended for inclusion in a Christmas card to friends and family.

REFRACTIONS— a memoir piece by Kathleen Roxby

“THE TOO BIG TREE” is included this week for the Christmas holidays.

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS—the poetry of Kathleen Roxby

“CHRISTMAS FOR GEORGE,” was written by the author after observing a man suffering from PTSD. He later found a safe and welcoming place in the choir loft where the author sang. Her fellow choir members always saved a place for him and made an effort to make him comfortable by leaving him in peace.