She stabbed her nana’s plate for potatoes,
ate them smiling—
no words, no looks.
This was an accepted event.
The longtime of hugs, kisses,
sleepovers, stories, history
deemed this natural.
Sharing is what families do.
Sharing unites us, as does laughter.
“Do you want some more?”
Nana said, putting an arm around her.

Marilyn Zelke Windau (Sheboygan Falls) started writing poems at age thirteen. A former art teacher, she has had four books of poetry published. An award-winning author, her work may be found in many journals and anthologies. She includes her maiden name to honor her father, who was also a writer.