Consider just this image, frank and bold It represents a duel’s morbid, white end The slain clown his shocked retainers enfold
By D. J. Reddall2 years ago in Poets
fiery lacquers licks at my amber hair evolves into gray skeleton weavings glazes my elegant gown into a ashen cloak, I now must wear
By Daphsam2 years ago in Poets
Looking at how many days it’s been Since I was last here I’ve lost pace again But it’s for a better reason this time than last year
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Ah, Ravenna: the sun gazes at thee Like an enraptured lover, enchanted By your sophistication and beauty But your denizens have to me granted
My drugged gray matter grips my hand, commands me to understand. Disjointed murmurs spill from my lips, like a paint can pouring
You thought your model was unbreakable But little did you know How much one person can endure in one year Once in a lifetime events
Every shadow is a stygian field Concealing our sins from a judging eye Leering Helios scorns weakness, revealed Insipid are our antics from on high
Tending my flock was I, some years ago When a ship appeared, with strange men aboard One man led the lot, and I wished to know
I want a pet! And I want it now! Well, what do you want? I dunno… But I sure don’t want a cow!! Why not? A tiny calf is so cute to pat…
By Angie the Archivist 📚🪶2 years ago in Poets
In the realm of angst, where shadows abide, I shall speak of spring, a season to confide. For even in nature's grandest display,
By John Biz242 years ago in Poets
Make art of the preparation of art Turn a rehearsal to a performance Of line and pigment make a living heart Ignore grim time’s obstinate remonstrance
Once upon a lifetime ago… You were beautiful, young, welcoming… Each moment spent with you… a priceless treasure. *** Rich aromas of roast pork and veggies wafted through the kitchen...
