Prose

Is your clock Orange too?
Anthony Burgess came to America on a green card. We met after we both got robbed during a riot. We were sleeping on the sidewalk because
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Poets
A Fragmented Future
You want a story of hope? Of innovation? Are you tone deaf to what’s happening in this nation Are you completely unaware of the situation?
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
Multipurpose Wood
A barn full of wood Cut and used for barbecue Or a nice fireplace _ What else is wood used for? To make pencils, to make furniture, to build houses, etc. Be a wood. Be multi-purposeful. Think of all the ways you can provide shelter, warmth, and joyfulness. Let people be at peace around you. Be buildable, meaning be teachable. Don't let them burn you like a piece of wood though. Don’t get misused or abused. You are the most expensive and unique type of wood. You should be cherished.
By L.I.Eabout a year ago in Poets
Breaking The Silence: Growing Up Queer And Disabled In Kenya
Introduction Growing Up Queer and Disabled in Kenya Growing up with multiple identities can be a complex and challenging experience. In Kenya, being both queer and disabled presents unique struggles due to societal norms, cultural expectations, and a lack of awareness and acceptance. In this article, we'll explore the stories, challenges, and resilience of those navigating life with these intersecting identities in Kenya. Through understanding, we can create more inclusive communities and foster compassion for people with diverse experiences.
By Usama Shahidabout a year ago in Poets
Ah, George...
So many lies were told to tell basic truths... That cherry tree remained in place, untouched by his hatchet. The teeth that were not just wooden (so many sources brought them together: brass, lead, teeth of animals and slaves...not all your own).
By Kendall Defoe about a year ago in Poets
Parasites
Parasites infecting my brain Crushing my soul Causing my heart to strain Making my eyes roll Parasites Crawling everywhere
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
When a poets ink dries
When a Poets ink Dries In a quiet room where silence dwells, Lived a humble poet with stories to tell. Once he flowed with words, a river so wide,
By Marie381Uk about a year ago in Poets
Friends forever
In the gentle glow of friendship's light, Where laughter dances through the night, I Thank God. For a friend who makes my life bright.
By Karan w. about a year ago in Poets
There’s A Seat Waiting For You At Tables You Haven’t Even Seen Yet
Introduction Life is full of unexpected twists, hidden opportunities, and possibilities we may not even realize are on the horizon. It's easy to get caught up in our day-to-day routines, sometimes believing that our future is just more of the same. But here's a refreshing truth: there are "tables" waiting for you, places where your presence is wanted, and opportunities designed just for you. You may not see them now, but they're there - awaiting the moment when you're ready to claim your seat.
By Muhammad Nadeemabout a year ago in Poets
What is a Friend?
What is a Friend? In the tapestry of life, threads interlace, A bond beyond words, a warm embrace. A friend is a mirror, reflecting the soul, In laughter and sorrow, they make us whole.
By Dipak Pawarabout a year ago in Poets
Election Subversion Redux
What a summer for sequels 2024 was! Sadly, for American Christians who abandoned Christ's prescribed pacifism, and poverty vows, for Trump's vitriol, and vituperations, it's been more of a "Joker: Folie à Deux" summer. Once dubbed "America's Mayor" for his happenstance proximity to 9/11, Rudy Giuliani now goes by "Trump's latest, and greatest, mark." The lies he bellowed on TV, lies he dared not whisper under oath, cost Rudy two law licenses. But that's not all it cost him: In addition to a jersey once owned by Joe DiMaggio, and a Mercedes-Benz once owned by Lauren Bacall, a judge ordered Rudy to forfeit his NYC co-op to two election workers he repeatedly defamed. While making baseless claims that 2020's presidential election was stolen, rigged, or otherwise compromised, Giuliani falsely accused Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss of miscounting ballots, concealing ballots, and tampering with voting machines. A flood of death threats followed his calumny. Freeman and Moss sued. A Washington jury awarded them $146-148 million.
By Chris Zabout a year ago in Poets
When the World Burns
When the world burns I will lay in your bed of roses-feel the lavender of your skin cool the heat of my wounds. And you shall turn your cheek to the comfort of my pulsing heart, where we then embrace the view of this Devine tragedy called life.
By Hyde Wunderli about a year ago in Poets