By Morgan G. Cairns Albany, May 4th Step out into the almost-night Where the sky is still blue, But not navy—no, Not yet— And the rough cement steps Carry you down to the pavement Spattered with heavy, Wet drops. There is a breeze— No, not a breeze, Something greater than that— A stormy wind That … Continue reading Albany, May 4th and Other Poems
Search
By Victoria Hewitt Much is hidden from a searching gaze and a searching heart. They say to look past the surface and enchantment will gladden and warm your soul. A foggy gray glass seals the water of this world. It shimmers and glistens of blues in the light of day. Perspective. That’s all it … Continue reading Search
Alive
By Steve Grogan I twisted my fate left and right. I couldn’t think. My hands were weak. They couldn’t hold a pen. I knew no words anyway. I saw the pictures of the metal men rusted by the rain, and I read literature ruined by the criticism. It’s 4:30, and the walls are open. I’m … Continue reading Alive
5 Poems of Forests and Woodlands
By James G. Piatt A Woodland Scene “And it’s there walking in the high woods that I could wish to be, and the men that were boys when I was a boy walking along with me.” Hilaire Belloc Sounds of ancient forest whispersmoving like lost dreams across my mind, sang to me as I wanderedalong … Continue reading 5 Poems of Forests and Woodlands
The Strength Within
By Laura M. Leary Anna perched on the rickety farmhouse porch, her gaze fixed on the dark horizon, and wondered how she had become this person. Trapped and cowered by his anger and moods – she prayed for relief but knew only constant fear and dread. She watched the afternoon sun fall lower in the … Continue reading The Strength Within
I Looked For You
By Saira Rashid Parvez I lay bare getting stitched on the gurney asThey placed you into my arms.You looked the epitome of love in flesh form.I could not wait to take you home.Your eyes twinkled resembling the stars.My heart overwhelmed with peace.The sun glistened through the window and the air tasted sweet as you and … Continue reading I Looked For You
For Priyanka, A College Friend
By Amrita Valan Eyes blazing she gazed Into where land met sea A singular frame purposive poised Solitaire upon the Forlorn jetty Hair whiplashed by wanton wind She seemed to me Wayward vagabond yearnings Set eternally free.
foreshadowing
By lilith connor Originally published in Teenink's Hollow candlelight shadows Had meant nothing, overpowered by the wind's Leaf-colored footsteps. Better leaves, Because the footsteps as she walked away Looked like ashes. And, If, under the waves of lost remembrance There was ever a tide of lost goodbyes, -those waves still Just for a second. Until … Continue reading foreshadowing
The Day That All of The Trees Went Away
By Tim Law We just thought that the trees were blowing in the wind. None of us knew that in reality, they were waving to us a goodbye. And then, one by one, they up and left us. They did not die, not in the sense that we as humans died and went away. They … Continue reading The Day That All of The Trees Went Away
When the snow falls and Other Poems
By Buddy Loughlin When the snow falls I think of our 1st walk I asked you Our "forever" debate...lmao Bad coffee, broke me You paid, and I swore in my heart To forever take care of you Walked back Your brown corduroy coat Broken zipper I wrapped my arms around you You were cold Stubborn … Continue reading When the snow falls and Other Poems
Academy of the Heart And Mind 