Nell

I first met Nell in the early 60's.

She was in her 80's and suffering from dementia.

She was a neighbor.

I was a young wife with 2 small children.

She would wander over to my house in her confusion.

I would bring her back home.

3 years ago I found this photograph of Nell at a garage sale.

She was young and beautiful drinking afternoon tea.

Her father had taken this photo.

I made a collage of the photo.

Now when I think of neighbor Nell I see

the young Nell.

I am glad I went to that garage sale to meet

the young Nell.