2001-2016 My generation is currently facing a resurgence of racism similar to the 1920s, an economic crisis that echoes back to the 1930s, the threat of looming totalitarianism like we’re back in the 1940s, elders whose social standards were first broadcast in the 1950s, taking our anger to the streets in protest like it’s the … Read more2001-2016
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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“Generations” is a poem from the book Armor Against the Dawn. I’m happy to report that this poem, which was my favorite of my entries, won First Place in Published Poetry and Reserve Best of Show in Poetry at this year’s Solano County Fair. It previously won a red ribbon for Second Place in Any … Read moreGenerations – Reserve Best of Show
“Cabinet Construction” is a poem about political corruption and cronyism in government. Although I did have a certain political figure in mind upon writing, feel absolutely free to apply it to your favorite corrupt politician, as one person certainly holds no monopoly in that area. “Cabinet Construction” won a 2nd place red ribbon in “Presidental … Read moreCabinet Construction
“Fine China” by D.L. Lang won 3rd place in Any other Poetry at the 2017 Marin County Fair. “Fine China” is a metaphor for living life to the fullest, and is one of my favorites of my own poetry. It appears in the 2016 book Armor Against the Dawn. I also won a second place … Read moreFine China