Found Poem: “The Gardener” – Day 29 of National Poetry Month

As long as the roots are not severed All is well And all will be well In the garden In the garden The trees are strong my lord Their roots go deep Could you please tell me where I can find a garden to work in? There is much to be done during the winter … Continue reading Found Poem: “The Gardener” – Day 29 of National Poetry Month →

“The Tides” – Day 23 of National Poetry Month

Leveling Piled salty waves Consistent swells Crashing By the moon Tidal certainty Eroding My bare shore Heavy blows Unyielding Until the shoreline Is not April 23th, 2019

“The Storm” – Day 14 of National Poetry Month

The hurricane has crossed the street. The hurricane has crossed the street. He doesn’t look both ways. He stomps his awful feet. The hurricane has crossed the street. The hurricane is down the block. He’s moving closer up the block. We watch the windows, Check that all the doors are locked. The hurricane comes quickly … Continue reading “The Storm” – Day 14 of National Poetry Month →

“Outside the House” – Day 5 of National Poetry Month

The path of bricks covered in dirt Beneath the bush beside our house Which stood on the left hand of town Never experienced love The iris garden less than twenty feet away Bloomed once a year and often Died before its life began Thanks to early warmth and a late freeze A tree in our … Continue reading “Outside the House” – Day 5 of National Poetry Month →