Monterey Days I was shaken from my daydreams, staring at the sky wondering what notes the clouds play. I watch the birds flying free, and wonder why can’t we hit the road and lighten our load just you and me. If you have the notion to move beyond the commotion of a life of mediocrity … Read moreArmor Against the Dawn
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Words We each carry two bags of words. One is heavier than the other. Each bag is mixed of good and evil. Each bag is worn and broken. New tears appear daily in them both. The heavy words slip out with a thud. The lighter ones fly without forethought. Sometimes, we release them, intentionally, meaningfully. … Read moreWords
Penguin Season Blues Ah, winter, you snuck up upon me, and I am not too thrilled. I’m sitting under a blanket fort and feeling rather chilled. I’m having to remember to launder all my sweaters, because you took me by surprise with your icy weather. Seven layers of clothing–it just doesn’t seem enough. I’m sitting … Read morePenguin Season Blues
Symphony in the Storm The rain beats down on the skylight like a frenetic drum circle all through the night. The storm sings its own sweet lullaby with every drop come down from on high. The fog horn plays along in jazzy low notes, saying hello to all passing boats. A train whistles above in … Read moreSymphony in the Storm
Faded Family Photographs Old pictures. Old pictures of people. Which side of what family? People together. People together outside. People crowded downtown. Old black and white shots. Old black and white photos of your good suit. Old snaps of men in cowboy boots. We used to hold them. The photos. The photos were real. We … Read moreFaded Family Photographs