Poems & Poets
The Little Things
Kaval Naine’s poem, "The Little Things," captures the tender essence of burgeoning affection through a series of delicate observations. With heartfelt simplicity, Naine illustrates how small, endearing moments and subtle gestures between strangers can spark a connection and bring genuine ...
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Reflections on a Calla Lily
In "Reflections on a Calla Lily," Kimberly Madura’s free verse poem captures the ethereal beauty of Georgia O’Keefe’s artistic vision. Through succinct and evocative language, Madura pays homage to O’Keefe’s ability to embody essence and sublime form, transforming the calla ...
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Returning: Passage to Perfection
In "Returning: Passage to Perfection," a poem by Gurupreet Khalsa, the reader is taken on a journey through the tangled emotions of life's struggles. This introspective piece explores the search for unity amidst the duality of love, hate, and fear, ...
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The Cold Reality
Embark on 'The Cold Reality' by Adam Crawford: Embracing Solitude in a Crowded World. Like winter birds on the circle's edge, some endure isolation, while warmth finds its way to those gifted.
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I Went To Dinner At Your House
In "I Went To Dinner At Your House," Karen Beatty's poetic prose confronts the hypocrisy and indifference toward social justice issues across decades. As the narrator recalls attending dinners marred by drunkenness and denial, they grapple with the silent frustration ...
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The Peregrine Falcon's Plainsong
In "The Peregrine Falcon's Plainsong," a poem by E. Eugene Jones Baldwin, the poet reflects on the echoes of ancient civilizations at Blue Pool's towering limestone bluff. Here, memories of Mississippian hunters and sacred chants intertwine with nature's enduring presence.
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One Rung Down
In Jeff Burt's poem "One Rung Down," the narrator reflects on the moment of stepping on the highest, unstable rung of a ladder while trimming a plum tree. The poem explores the tension between fear and courage, likening the experience ...
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You've Been In The Making
In Jasmine Szympruch's "You've Been In The Making," the poem reflects on the idea that one's unique existence is the result of centuries of unseen forces, celebrating the journey of becoming oneself.
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Bone Dry and Scorched
In "Bone Dry and Scorched," Suzanna C. de Baca reflects on a solitary fishing trip to an old farm pond. With nostalgia and a sense of loss, she casts her line in vain, only to find the fish lifeless, mirroring ...
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Morning Musings with Bird Songs
In Jackie Chou's free verse poem "Morning Musings with Bird Songs," the poet reflects on the passage of time and the inevitable shift from youth to a more mature self. The weight of each step and the burdens of age ...
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