Category Archives: Poetry

Some Moments

Some moments we wake up filled with a glory we must share. Some moments, we hide away our every thought, in fear and pain. Some moments, we settle further into slots we’ve worn, grooves we’ve made of patterns we should … Continue reading

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With Apologies to Crane, et al

I am not always reminded of you (in truth, less than you might imagine, but more than I like, still) but when I am, I find myself overwhelmed with remembering you as older than I am now, rather than older … Continue reading

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To See Your Face

I remember the time you wanted it more than I did. It was maybe the once, and when it was over you still made me feel like you’d done me the world’s most darling favor by letting me get you … Continue reading

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Duel

The thrust of your argument is bladed and already slick with my blood from the last time I failed to dodge quickly enough. The point of what you want to say is barbed, and if I respond, it will catch … Continue reading

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Tell Me You Know

I have no need of your misery; I am creating my own in mixed media — the watercolor of tears and the tempera of blood, glitter and confetti for every single fake celebration of life. Glue it to the canvas … Continue reading

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