Nature

Rainsong

In "Rainsong," a poetic prose piece by E Eugene Jones Baldwin, the reader is enveloped in the symphony of mid-August cicadas. As the author walks, the endless chorus of these ...
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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 ...
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Emergence

In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "Emergence," the delicate process of transformation is beautifully illustrated. The poem captures the journey of a bud from nothingness to a blossoming flower, and ...
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Ice on the Branch

In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "Ice on the Branch," the fragile beauty of a frozen branch reflects the poignant tension between radiance and fragility. As the ice glistens in ...
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My Spring Season Sequential Sequels

In Sarah's free verse poem "My Spring Season Sequential Sequels," the vibrant onset of spring in the UK is depicted with rich, dynamic imagery. The poem captures the interplay of ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Prolonging Life

In Prolonging Life, Evie Groch reflects on the slow decline of lilac petals and the struggle to let go of their fading beauty. The poem captures the tension between cherishing ...
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Death — Black And Starbound

In Death — Black And Starbound, Bruce McRae delves into themes of violence and existential dread. The prose presents a vivid and unsettling depiction of a desolate world shaped by ...
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Pressed Flowers

Pressed Flowers by Neetu Malik is a free verse reflection on the enduring beauty of nature. Even as time dries their petals, these blossoms retain the pure essence of Spring’s ...
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