Playing catch witha neurologistis where Ifind myselfafter 45 minutesof inquisitioneach longanswer followed byhead nods theresident feigningunderstanding whenhe could nevera life of neurolepticsone after anotherfor twelve years haveleft me herea reflex mallet poundsmy chesta quiet mutter ofclonus about myright tricepbradykinesic movementsand a full stridewith reduced arm swingsI feel failureunder this examinationquiet reassurancesfollow me outthe door
The Easter Bunny: Wendy Leslie Kirsch
The Easter Bunny'sStoppin' byTo say HiI'll tell you whyHe's got so manyEggs to get hidHe needs to be ridBecause you'reSuch aGood little kid
So Close: Robert St. Germain
The days are starting to warm up,and the streets are getting slushy.The air isn't so bitter,and the breeze is more friendly.It has been a long winter,but also a good one.My soul yearns for the spring rain,and the grass on the ground.I wait for the death of one seasonas I wait for the rebirth of another.It … Continue reading So Close: Robert St. Germain
Harmonization in Diversification: Richard Bartos
The harmony to be had in the field of diversityIs in the aim of universal integralismwhich transcends yet includes prioritythus evolution can occur which activismcoming to more progressions in continuityand we saw just there is presentedthe advent of the concept of holarchywhich is completeness and also inventedthe aspect of being apart of something elseas an … Continue reading Harmonization in Diversification: Richard Bartos
Reset: Megan Tyler
In the mirrorI see myselfElectric buzzingVibrating controlI shave my headClumps of who I wasIn the sinkEvergreentufts of hairIm Getting rid of Every trace of youIt's what I have to doWiping your fingerprints from my lifeIn the mirrorLook at meI can breatheFree
Winter Survival: Marjolaine Brodeur
How will the many birds and other animals survive the oncoming winter? After seeing so many of these birds roosting on the ledges of windows adjacent to the nearby park, I wonder how they will do it? The squirrels I see in the parks and other treed areas remind me that they too must find … Continue reading Winter Survival: Marjolaine Brodeur
My Coat of Many Colors that Mama Made: Joyce Lancaster
As a youngster surrounded by the neighborhood kids I felt I did not fit in. So one-night mom told me, "hey Dolly, I make you a coat of many colors". Mama put love into every stitch she skillfully knitted. The next day, she presented it to the small and meek Dolly who many years later … Continue reading My Coat of Many Colors that Mama Made: Joyce Lancaster
Yes: John Oross
Yes,When I get where I belong.Within her warm, loving, tender arms.I will shed many, many tears.To release both pain and joy.Yes,For I've been waiting many years.For her to enter my life.I have her still within my heart.This truth I simply can't hide.Yes,I've given away many precious things.For her to come my way.She's the beat of … Continue reading Yes: John Oross
Getting Somewhere: James Adamson
To the Glory of GodTo Gwyneth, with Love The earth tremblesThe light manifestsWater forms into a lakeSome distinction rises into the victory of the skyThe stars are in successionForests battle like ice ages dyingThe night sky in a field of grassThe day bonds with our mindsTiger burning bright in a love for life itselfHolding on … Continue reading Getting Somewhere: James Adamson
Spring: Cassandra Kulay
The snow has turned to slush,The street’s covered in mud,A gentle wind blows, redolentWith the freshness of spring,Soon flowers will bloom andTrees regain their leaves,People will bask in the summerSun and life will be easier forEveryone. The rains begin toFall, creating an icy surfaceThat covers all, puddles areDeep but being outside isJoyous after being trappedIndoors … Continue reading Spring: Cassandra Kulay
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