It begins with a thought on air. Like a magic genie on a carpet. I cannot catch it. The day and night move through. …
Poetry
Poetry was my first form of self-expression. Actually, it was Joni Mitchell’s song lyrics that inspired me the most. I have always loved her music and particularly her vocalization. But her lyrics really resonated with my teenage soul. Since then, I have read many other poets’ work. One of my favorites is Pablo Neruda.
Posted on 8th January, 2023
Listening for God
I awoke to police sirens railroad cars traveling across the tracks and the startled cry of our resident blue heron. On the dock, we co-exist …
Posted on 7th January, 2023
The Sinking Stone
Once, alone, steadfast And without I walked, silently, to the edge of the stream. Moments later, my life gone by in increments, unnoticed I …
Posted on 7th January, 2023
The Dam
Into a room I walk. I meet a man of ordinary means, but extraordinary power. Grace be his name. Our eyes embrace and all at …
Posted on 7th January, 2023
Wandering
I could not help but overhear the silence, as I listened to the sound of my own heart beating. I stood wondering Who would knock …
Posted on 6th January, 2023
Snapshot
Under the covered bridge on a half-moon branch born to summer by the death of a tree, I be. Lost on the edge of a …
Posted on 6th January, 2023
The Eyes of Rwanda
Bones lie En masse. Mass is not a prayer grand enough to save this flesh from the ash it sits in now. Eyes hollow, …
Posted on 6th January, 2023
Twilight
The day has passed and so have you but I remember when You touched the sky your smile so wide the memory, it makes …
Posted on 6th January, 2023
A Warrior’s Tale
Little kitty makes big Indian cry Running through the dark house Sleeping, except for the tale of time, Counting. Moments left to eternity. …