Shiver Me Timbers

Shiver Me Timbers Shiver me timbers the captain said an utterance of words that accompany dread If enemy cannonballs continue hitting this ship down to Davy Jones’ Locker we’ll all go in a bit As long as our Jolly Roger waves I’ll remain hopeful for safer days —— Linked to dVerse Poets Pub — Quadrille […]

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Meteoric Devastation

Meteoric Devastation The meteor came from parts unknown Hitting its target with a force of stone Earth would never be the same again Sadly, the sky belched putrid rain As seeds of ultimate destruction were sown Up-ending all life as it was known Rancid air remained foul and distinct Until all dinosaurs became extinct Saving

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Married On The Winter Solstice

Married On The Winter Solstice (a haibun) Destination: Happiness.  We were married on the winter solstice, the “shortest day” of the year, a day that has been celebrated for thousands of years.  The builders of Stonehenge perfectly aligned the structure with the day’s sunset and following sunrise – providing a backdrop for an all-night party

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