By Douglas J. Lanzo Shared Joy on Cold Ice It came in a flash, streaked across the ice, to his slapstick shot, eluding the vice… of the outstretched glove, extended in air, of the goalie sprawled — beaten, fair and square. Flaring red on glass, as the horn did sound, my son strobe-lighted, with great … Continue reading Shared Joy On Ice and Other Poems
Questions from my sisters children when I joined them on a family trip And Other Poems
By Aurora Lee Passin Questions from my sisters children when I joined them on a family trip Which room do I wantWhat do I eat that for breakfastCan they have some tooand tomorrow can they have it tomorrow tooPoetry Why I write poetryWhy I have 4 different kinds of pills I takeWhat do those pills … Continue reading Questions from my sisters children when I joined them on a family trip And Other Poems
My Lifetime and Other Poems
By Abigail Ayornu My Lifetime Sailing through life Thrilled with so many woes It can get over my head, oh yes. But not now! Let me enjoy the blossoming nature small. Although, it drains me farther But I'm covered. Bit by bit, I'm overwhelmed As the surprising nature engulfs me with testimonies, so precious to … Continue reading My Lifetime and Other Poems
Three Untitled Poems
By Kristen Lee A small gasp of air escaped my mouth just silent enough only my ears could hear My last California sunset set my body on fire with the rays that graced me letting warmth spread on the exposed skin kissing kissing kissing Ignition of a dimming light Breathless by the life I lived … Continue reading Three Untitled Poems
Clouds and Other Poems
By Alexandra Dark Clouds Clouds, Beautiful clouds. Stay with me, For you are the only one to understand my World. A world full of darkness and Despair. A world covered in Dark beauty that few can Appreciate. Cry with me. Rage with me. And be silent with me, My friends. Beautiful Darkness A beauty in … Continue reading Clouds and Other Poems
Albany, May 4th and Other Poems
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
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
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.
Academy of the Heart And Mind 