My Parents, Now Living in a Petrarchan Sonnet.

The poem "My Parents, Now Living in a Petrarchan Sonnet" reflects on the speaker’s aging parents, who have relocated westward to be near family for the birth of a great-grandchild. The parents are depicted metaphorically as squatters and parasites, occupying space both physically and emotionally within the family. The imagery conveys their frailty and persistence, portraying them as both burdensome and cherished. The poem explores themes of family dynamics, aging, and the complex nature of love and dependence.