Author Archives: spooter2000
Porcelain Murmurs
Porcelain Murmurs by Jason Ausmus A fragile whisper beckons his heart in gaiety, So young and precious is she in the field, Playing with grass, a shell of porcelain frailty. Such strength and passion that her eyes wield, His knees … Continue reading
Alone
by Jason Ausmus Bound and struggling by strands of yarn, Black and caustic around your wrists. Not able to think, not able to play, The mind wanders in slits. Walking through swamps in tear soaked mud, Serrated envy darkens the … Continue reading
Mother
by Hannah Johanson We sat down with our backs touching – each heavy breath of mine – pressing gently against your cool skin. The faded rays of sunlight mixed with the dust of my room – floating aimlessly through … Continue reading
Leaving Home
by Hannah Johanson Tired strings of macramé Stretched thin – torn in places – Tie the tarnished floats, Tossed in tumultuous waves. Spewed into the sea – With such random selection, They crash – clanging Their glass shells chaotically. … Continue reading
Robin at Vespers
by Mike Beasley “Hey Daddy, we shouldn’t call him Redbreast Because his breast is not red, really. It looks more like rust, like that patch On the bed of my red wagon left out in the rain, Or that rusty … Continue reading
Down With Capitalism
by Mike Beasley Well, look at you, little Ms. Malcontent. You’re a walking bazaar, a manicured marketplace, A purchased daughter donned in purchased glory, Bought tulip among tulips bought. How hot you are with the heat of production! And how … Continue reading
Mask
by Mike Beasley Bold black eyebrows arched above Black almond eyes jutting skyward: The eyes pine for raven-flight, For the cloud-path of the ancestral clan. The cheek bones, awash in sallow green, Accentuate the red nostrils, flared contemptuous. How red, … Continue reading