Oh wonderful dna. Thanks Chaz, I just learned a new word and I like the contrast you have in the title. No matter what our parents were, we have them in us.
~Chelle~

gene factory... gees I wish ida thunk of that... clever and profound all at once which is a hellofa accomplishment. The poingnancy of this piece pierces the heart of many a man who has cried in the field of dreams. And then, the mama, thank God for mamas who love us past that dadgone lonliness. You done it again buddy. Beautiful!

Chaz, you make me think of my own Dad ... "larger than the picture frame" and he doesn't stand much higher than my own 5'2" frame. This poem is beautifully done in few words. I had to laugh at the last line, "we needed the palate." Peace. ~~ Kyle Anne