Poems & Poets
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 nose to the glass, attempting to connect with laughter beyond, they feel confined by a ...
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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 response and the ensuing silence, paired with the evocative imagery of youthful moments and fleeting ...
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Unveiling the Power of Friendship
Witness the raw emotions of betrayal as Kev bares his soul in this thought-provoking poem. Explore the delicate balance between ego and reconciliation, where time becomes the ultimate arbiter of true friendship's endurance.
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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 poem grapples with the realization of deceit and the emotional aftermath of a passion that ...
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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 is vividly captured. The mingling scents of citronella and jasmine, along with the imagery of ...
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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 sorrow, encapsulating moments of deep emotional searching.
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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 of a storm, symbolizing life's most painful moments.
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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 the most enchanting moments are transient, destined to disappear.
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Illumination
"Illumination" by Laurinda Lind is a poem that captures the delicate balance between survival and the vivid presence of nature. Through imagery of wild vines and voles, the poem reflects on the moments of life that persist despite the lurking ...
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Time: & Other Things That Aren't Enough
In "Time: & Other Things That Aren't Enough," J. Iner Souster explores the inexorable nature of time and its role in human anguish. The poem reflects on how time, among other things, remains perpetually insufficient despite our yearning for it ...
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A Father Learns From His Son’s Tattoos
In A Father Learns From His Son's Tattoos, W. Roger Carlisle explores a father's struggle to understand his son's defiant self-expression through tattoos. The poem contrasts the son's vibrant rebellion with the father's desire for conformity and status.
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