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Poetic Interlude XXVI
“Doctor, are you filled with fear? Your look has gone a bit severe.” “I had a premonition, dear.” The learnéd man resumed his leer And wiped away the lady’s tear. “Doctor, I am filled with fear!” He grasped her waist … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XXV
I should note beforehand that this is a freshly written draft, and it needs a LOT of work. However, I did not yet have anything scheduled for today’s interlude, and I didn’t want to cheat, like last week – despite … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XXIV
Today’s poetic interlude is a guest post, in that I am sharing a piece that was influential in my adolescence. Wild Geese, by Mary Oliver You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your … Continue reading
Poetic Interlude XXIII
For Mrs. Capere Friends and Family gathered there, Assembled in the park – An artificial waterfall, The sunset growing dark, The bridal pair approaching me, Each heart a growing spark. “Friends and Family, we are here,” I choked the sermon … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XXII
I toast my few remaining friends That I can’t seem to lose (Though loyal to the utter end They don’t support my views) The spin and spurn my brethren From pristine, primrose, pews. The holy fire still comes to me … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XXI
I only met you yesterday But took you to my bed – “This isn’t quite my kind of thing” We both demurely said. You quoted, then, my favorite book Unknowing me well-read. You kissed me and caressed me, And when … Continue reading
Poetic Interlude XX
Illness That cruel curl to your lip, -the edge of your voice- The rare lack of make-up Masking your crumpled skin. Rotting teeth, drowned sinuses, Stubby thick fingers; crumpled nails: Fresh blood on ruined wrists. Barbara The … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XIX
Bathrooms White Shoulders Pink Porcelain, in a shade out of fashion for years An oval cake of soap, the shape of the tub, Faded floral pinks and greens. Glamorous busts of women long dead, now filled with flowers: Thelma, Queen … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XVIII
Re-Run As cocky grins push back my cheeks And hands grope for – a pen, I recollect the recent weeks: I am in love, again. Another boy eclipsed my sense; My judgement fled before his face. I stare, and with … Continue reading
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Poetic Interlude XVII
Anniversary Like all the most bewitching sins, You overflow with vice – Oh, let the merriment begin! And don’t skimp on the ice. You comfort me when I am woeful, And you meet my giddy grin, You permit me to … Continue reading
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Whimsical Adventures of the Reverend Doctor 