A poetry journal of everyday clippings |
Haikus and Senryus the pebbles and stones want to get out of the sand needing to be thrown in awe of the earth moon’s face shimmers on water like aurora’s flame On darkened stairways walks the enemy within and I hide in words desperado seeds like sour grapes turning purple need moist soil to sprout Moon river, your name, an echo fading to gloom, whispers a swan’s song. for global warming nature gives us no reason but cancels our lives For enlightenment, I’m flying low on approach, just before landing. Night rocks her to sleep; she walks in the light of dreams on short, stubby legs. picking up their tales once more, narratives swagger in verbosity Thriving on contempt, my poems have halitosis. No applause needed. ------Found poems from horoscope----- you've got it flaunt it enjoy fruits of your labors don’t lord it over You, firecracker, you! You’re out of the starting gate. Don’t waste time, thinking. Flexibility now is the name of the game forget fears and doubts You’re just not ready. Look! Unlike a perfect start, he threatens to leave. Mars in sextile sun. Get to it and do it now. Attend local gym. Think forest, not trees. Accident not on its own; you took the wrong turn. Some forward movement Ending old ways of living Now, express yourself! Stop, look and listen. Be on your best behavior. Saturn goes forward. Focus on success, work, responsibility: All these Saturn themes. Upbeat demeanor euphoria in your heart injects levity You reach a new peak Lunar orb in Gemini Literary times Moon-Venus union Love vibrations amplify late in the evening --From “Your Daily Tarot”-- The Knave of Wands Card My power is in testing opportunities In the game of life, adventure, enterprise, fads. signs of approval. Found poems (haikus-senryus) --from the local paper on the same day-- Housing market’s plunge is a whale of a fish tale. Town needs more rentals. A doctor shortage. What can you do about this Medicare factor? Do good to feel good. Volunteering improves health, since life gains meaning. Population shifts. Tackle the issues head on, Our aging nation! “Do not go gently” young dancers appear on stage for eighty year-olds. Artistic pursuits kids perform an Indian dance Community ties Tomorrow’s leaders, kids connecting lives, dance with feet not touching floor. Our great highways, but vacation’s on weak dollar; gasoline costly. Expensive story! Euro pulls rug from under last minute airfares. Monumental stress… It’s not about the war, but The wounded warrior. Start working with vets, get active by raising funds, keep programs going. He fights unlike most. Some people think it’s cheating, but boxer has style. Fishing tournament, Third Annual Offshore Big Three. Gift bucket and prizes! Art gala scheduled capturing essence of sea by modern artists Fun things you can do in spring extravaganza at Whispering Pines Ultimate Frisbee Just bring a light and dark shirt learn a fun new game. For the ambiance Fine dining on the island Piped-in jazz music Art deco menu Casablanca wooden fans candlelight romance For appetizer yellow fin tuna and shrimp on oval platters In branch library, events every Saturday author talks and more. Marsh Music at night -banjo, mandolin, fiddle- featuring Bluegrass Bars, tables, and stools… We have what you’re looking for at Barstool Station. In obits, a man, ninety-three and from Poughkeepsie. “Please don’t send flowers.” |