Poetry

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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Did Someone Say Food?

Did Someone Say Food? It’s no ordinary food court I’ll have you know be sure you’re quite hungry before you go More than two dozen restaurants to please your palate and plenty of bars to satisfy your drinking habit It’s a gastronomical delight for all your senses the city’s best chefs without pretenses Cais do

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Credit The Muse

Credit The Muse A muse is but an abstract being helping transcribe what our mind is seeing Or just an object of blame when our brain locks up and writing becomes lame Whatever form it takes for you give your muse full credit whenever credit is due —— Featured image inspired by my muse. Linked

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Time Has No Concept of Time

Time Has No Concept of Time Time has no beginning Time has no end Time is infinity Humans have yesterday Humans have tomorrow Humans are finite Time has no calendar Time has no watch Time marches on Humans measure days Humans celebrate years Humans attempt to harness time Time has no concept of itself…or its

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Smiling Sheep

Smiling Sheep High up the mountain above the fray where sheep are kings and graciously smile for you when taking a snappy By car not a train we traveled this day as church bells ring and Pyrenees in view it’s a recipe for happy Feeling no pain just delightful play we joyously sing about the

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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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Kwansaba Praise

Kwansaba Praise Our family unity helps us stand strong Each of us drives our own destiny Group efforts benefit each one in time Share the burden and reap the rewards Our purpose is ethical and morally solid Vision to create and express unique arts We have loving faith in each other —– Linked to dVerse

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Hollywood Encounter

Hollywood Encounter Eight years ago today I remember it quite well I met my true love in Tinsel Town Against the back wall our eyes ultimately met and I succumbed to her spell A brief hello, a robust embrace, and a kiss to last a lifetime —— A true story. Linked to dVerse Poets Pub

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Lost Lyrics: What Becomes of the Brokenhearted

“What Becomes of the Brokenhearted” is a song written by lyricist James Dean, along with composers William Weatherspoon and Paul Riser.  Jimmy Ruffin was the performing artist on the initial 1966 Motown Records release.

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