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Bob Bussey’s poem Life captures the essence of existence as it unfurls from the cosmos. From the smallest microorganisms to the grandest creatures, the poem beautifully illustrates how life persists and diversifies, highlighting the profound resilience of nature.

"New Year Bath" by Harris Coverley is a free verse poem that explores the symbolic act of cleansing oneself to greet the new year. The poem vividly portrays the ritual of shedding the past's burdens.

"A Wistful Love Song" by Sochukwu Ivye is a poetic reflection on the complexities of love. The piece navigates through the highs and lows of affection, portraying a heart caught between yearning and the cautious embrace of hope.

"Cassandra’s Curse" by LindaAnn LoSchiavo explores the haunting experience of a child who witnesses death and struggles to communicate it. The blank verse poem captures the frustration of being unheard, reminiscent of the tragic Cassandra.

"Mentēs" by Douglas Colston is a reflective free verse poem that examines the complexities of the human mind. The poet connects intellect, thought, and intention to the broader questions of existence and the origins of humanity.

In Rolling Down Life’s Highway In A Wheelchair, Denise Landry explores the resilience of the human spirit through the perspective of someone navigating life’s challenges in a wheelchair. The poem offers a poignant reflection on how others perceive vulnerability and ...

In The Day My Life Began & Ended, Gia Porter explores the emotional journey of a mother through her child’s life stages. Each milestone, from first cries to becoming a man, signifies a momentous shift in the mother's own existence ...

Lourdes by Diane Melby is a moving poem that captures the profound sense of faith and desperation experienced by those seeking solace at the sacred site. Through vivid imagery of sorrow and hope, Melby paints a powerful picture of pilgrimage ...

Existential Musings by Miriam Manglani is a contemplative free verse poem that grapples with profound questions of identity and existence. The poet describes a sense of entrapment within a disorienting world, where walls seem to close in on their very ...