By Scott Thomas Outlar This is not a poem but a simple reminder that all of these experiences are temporary and fleeting, yet still far more beautiful than any fallen human being could ever ask, hope, or dare dream of. Like a cat fight by an oak tree under the blanket of midnight. Like a … Continue reading Turn, Turn, Turn
Better Take A Big One
By Scott Thomas Outlar I felt you blink in the eye of the storm as Atlantis went under There was nothing left for us to do but breathe sigh and rise again Scott Thomas Outlar hosts the site 17Numa.com where links to his published poetry, fiction, essays, interviews, reviews, live events, and books can be found. … Continue reading Better Take A Big One
Formalehyde
By Ryan Quinn Flanagan you begin to wonder why life happens at all when death is so easy. Ryan Quinn Flanagan is a Canadian-born author residing in Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada with his wife and many bears that rifle through his garbage. His work can be found both in print and online in such … Continue reading Formalehyde
Crisis
By Laura Slack Crisis in my heart I felt it from the start It’s hard to retain Peace, I need to begin again Emotions flowing over Need to run for cover The storm has started And I have darted My mind has gone So weak, and forlorn Need my strength back And that is what … Continue reading Crisis
Yeats, and why I choose to laugh
By Ryan Quinn Flanagan I got to be honest. I never liked Yeats. An Irishman who doesn’t dig Yeats, what sacrilege! Well, a Canadian-Irishman anyways. And maybe it is that geographical distance which allows for a more honest literary distance as well. Yeats always seemed so sad to me; the eternal victim covering himself in … Continue reading Yeats, and why I choose to laugh
Holding Hope
By Kimberly Cunningham It was never the loneliness that bothered the woman's subtle soul. Wandering in uncertainity is what kept her disturbed. Knowing all was easier than not knowing any of it. No decisions can be made from ignorance. Partial exposure would show raw pain and she did not want that. Instead, this lovely lady … Continue reading Holding Hope
BOLO
By Ryan Quinn Flanagan my few belongings gather me in a body bag of memories drag me behind a hot Chevelle with the windows knocked out like crooked streetwalker smiles down to the toe tag place where Death is pulling a double and no one ever gets paid. Ryan Quinn Flanagan is a Canadian-born … Continue reading BOLO
The Long View
By Luke James Wilkinson I had been staring out of the window for as long as I could remember. Not much changed within my little frame, and I would have noticed if it did. I can see all the way down the high street, that means the doctor’s surgery, the corner shop, and the bakery. … Continue reading The Long View
Letter to a Far Away Friend
By Ryan Quinn Flanagan I come out of the bathroom and sit down to write a letter to this friend on the other side of the world who is expecting another. Another son according to his letter. That makes two. “Another mouth to feed and another bum to clean,” he confesses. But he is happy, … Continue reading Letter to a Far Away Friend
The Flight Attendant
By Marvel Pephel Maryann is a flight attendant. No, Maryann used to be. She just resigned two days ago - you may later ponder if "resign" should be the appropriate verb here. Let me take you first to the likes of Maryann. Maryann likes books; Maryann likes peppersoup, periwinkle and peppered snails. Maryann could be … Continue reading The Flight Attendant
Academy of the Heart And Mind 