Then And Now

I open the refrigerator door. Physically I see Thursday’s leftovers Which easily become Some earlier time’s leftovers. The wafting aroma… Read more Then And Now

The Fourth Of July In Hilldale

The Fourth of July in Hilldale My father’s kin always get together Ever since the summer of ’60 Back then… Read more The Fourth Of July In Hilldale

Take Advantage

It’s night but the sky is one huge blackberry And the moon is one gigantic marshmallow. There’s such a sweetness… Read more Take Advantage

More About the Little Gentlemen’s Finishing School

The ladies all cursty. The gentlemen all bow. Peers and youngsters are Tu. Superiors and elders are Usted, Lei, and… Read more More About the Little Gentlemen’s Finishing School

Daily Life

I shall follow the directions I have been given. The wind appears to be whispering Some sweet bygone melody As… Read more Daily Life

Start A Revolution

There’s daily outrage in the streets. People wearing ‘Coalition For A Kinder Gentler America’ Sweatshirts are mocking people They consider… Read more Start A Revolution

Reminiscing

A silent vestibule  Filled with smells Faded flowers And wedding bells A yearbook with comments  From once~teenaged strangers, Isolated warnings… Read more Reminiscing