By Retta Lewis The Memory of Mother Will anything be said or done To ensure the memory of mother? The whole world witnessed her rise and fall, And now the rise again. Who will do as much As we know she did for us? Who will speak her truth, And not make lies of it? … Continue reading The Memory of Mother and Other Poems
Trapped and Other Poems
By Lefcothea-Maria Golgaki Trapped A faint mist hovered in the air that had a distinct feel of its own. She gathered her hair delicately into a round coil then leaned back in the reclining chair. Polaroid photos sprawled in every direction portrayed the essence of sheer bliss, yet the futility she was trapped inside conveyed … Continue reading Trapped and Other Poems
The Monster Within
By Alejandro Leopardi As Gabe lays there, the only thing on Laura’s mind is the doctors’ and nurses’ aversions to the presentation of a mirror. It’s a singular object that most people overlook daily, yet it receives such a negative reaction from the medical staff. Why? What could it possibly do to Gabe? He’s lifeless … Continue reading The Monster Within
Death: The Unsung Hero
By Gbenga Kajopaye I lost my mum when I was ten, barely four months from being eleven. I can still hear the spine-chilling, visceral scream when my dad found her body just outside the bathroom. It was a rude awakening for my brother and I as we both scampered out of bed, still half asleep. … Continue reading Death: The Unsung Hero
The Monster Within
By Alejandro Leopardi As Gabe lays there, the only thing on Laura’s mind is the doctors’ and nurses’ aversions to the presentation of a mirror. It’s a singular object that most people overlook daily, yet it receives such a negative reaction from the medical staff. Why? What could it possibly do to Gabe? He’s lifeless … Continue reading The Monster Within
Humor of Strangers and Other Poems
By Sharon Whitehill Humors of Strangers One smile begets another; one kind gesture invites another. –Kathleen Parker 1 In the grocery-store parking lot, road empty of traffic, a half-minute dash to the recycling bins with my car left to idle as a shiny Lincoln rolls up behind and waits rather than circling around. You’re blocking … Continue reading Humor of Strangers and Other Poems
Sun Tzu and Entertainment: Koihime Musō’s Fall of Ukitsu and Chojo
By Andrew Nickerson There have been many great leaders that have put their thoughts/theories about combat on paper for future generations to study. Depending on the source, they emphasize any number of tactics or strategies for victory. The use of frontal assault, piercing the enemy lines with tanks, sitting behind defenses, wielding air power alone … Continue reading Sun Tzu and Entertainment: Koihime Musō’s Fall of Ukitsu and Chojo
Vista and Other Artwork
By Carl Scharwath Carl Scharwath, has appeared globally with 175+ journals selecting his writing or art. Carl has published three poetry books and his latest book “Playground of Destiny” features poetry, short stories and photography (Impspired Press) His two photography books were published by Praxis in Africa. His photography was also exhibited in the Mount Dora … Continue reading Vista and Other Artwork
In the Eyes of the Snowman and Other Poems
By Duane Anderson In the Eyes of a Snowman If you think I am cute, then you would be absolutely right. I, made of three round balls of packed snow, with button eyes and a carrot nose. I look even better if you put a top hat on my head and a scarf around my … Continue reading In the Eyes of the Snowman and Other Poems
Governance and Other Poems
By Matthew Edeh Sunday Governance If we go back to the street Where Nnamdi Azikiwe was the King How hundred naira would have made our heart merry and sing Nigeria would be a better place to be. If we go back to the street Where Alvan Ikoku was the King Education would have been the … Continue reading Governance and Other Poems
Academy of the Heart And Mind 