Mortal Down
In “Mortal Down,” a Free Verse poem by Kimberly Madura, readers are transported to a celestial realm where heaven's mourning unfolds in deep blue hues. ...
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Safe Zone
In Jone Rush MacCulloch's poem "Safe Zone," the serene imagery of fishing by the Deschutes River contrasts with an undercurrent of inner conflict. As stoneflies ...
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Unheard Elegy
In Jess Gregory’s poem "Unheard Elegy," dedicated to Steven Port, the speaker grapples with the tension between technology and human essence. As they press their ...
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Baby Came Home 2/ Valentines
In Natalia Serrano-Chavez's free verse poem "Baby Came Home 2/Valentines," a simple question about a song sparks a moment of poignant reflection. The speaker's restrained ...
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Forgive Me, Too
In LindaAnn LoSchiavo’s rondeau poem "Forgive Me, Too," the speaker reflects on the disillusionment of love and trust. Echoing Lupe Velez’s insight on relationships, the ...
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I Have All These Memories & Nowhere to Put Them
In Lesley Rogers Hobbs' poem "I Have All These Memories and Nowhere to Put Them," the sensory richness of an August evening by Upper Lake ...
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The Great Willow
"The Great Willow" by Daciana Lipai presents a moving reflection on life's struggles, where the willow tree serves as a symbol of both shelter and ...
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Storm Surge
In "Storm Surge" by Beth Kanell, the relentless forces of nature mirror the inner turmoil of loss and grief. The poem captures the unyielding power ...
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Everything Melts Eventually
Luna Evraire’s "Everything Melts Eventually" is a meditation on the ephemeral nature of life. Using the metaphor of glittering snowflakes, the poem illustrates how even ...
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