Monthly Archives: February 2021

Dismay and Disdain

Posted on February 28, 2021 by sputterpub

I know a guy who claims that empathyis almost over-dominant in him.He feels so much he thinks the qualityis uppermost in character. That whimis so inaccurate, he’ll ever missthe feelings of all others in his path.He regularly tries to mend … Continue reading →

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Indiscriminate Love

Posted on February 27, 2021 by sputterpub

She married young, for 1970,and didn’t promise anything for life.The groom and she were close to 23when they became the husband and the wife.She figured that she loved him well enough,but also felt compelled by how he yearnedto be with … Continue reading →

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Sez Me

Posted on February 26, 2021 by sputterpub

Deciding that I’ll make a holidayfor solo me today, I didn’t pushto exercise or chores. I started playinstead of work, and took my coffee strong.I even put my bathing on delay.I focused on uncovering my whims –I’m thinking I will … Continue reading →

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Shared Bin Complaint

Posted on February 25, 2021 by sputterpub

It’s difficult to share a garbage bin –inhabitants each have disposal views.Whenever someone vacates or moves in,they tend to cram and otherwise abusethe needs of other residents. And worsethan what is meant for landfill, is the stuffthat occupies recycle bins … Continue reading →

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Masking Smiles

Posted on February 24, 2021 by sputterpub

My daughter says the mask’s real benefitis she no longer has to smile so,who feels a scowl’s more appropriatewith all the excrement in life of late.But I think she’s mistaken. Just as itis obvious when speaking through a smile(we hear … Continue reading →

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The Sound of Rain

Posted on February 23, 2021 by sputterpub

The sound of rain is manna to my ears.It patters on my skylight and it drumsupon my roof. It hammers or it thrums,and I attend its rhythm. When it clearsI yearn to have it back – a storm cloud nearsand … Continue reading →

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No Blame

Posted on February 22, 2021 by sputterpub

A lot of members of my familydraw energy from indignation’s flame.For me today, exhaustion swamps the blame. When public health is failing, and we seethat promises and care are not the same,a lot of members of my familydraw energy from … Continue reading →

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After the Appointment

Posted on February 21, 2021 by sputterpub

I took my first vaccine shot late last week.There were no lines, confusion, stress or pain.According to my friends, that’s not unique –preceding me, I hear no one complain.The media reports are scary, bleak.They agitate the heart and rock the … Continue reading →

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Spring Too Soon

Posted on February 20, 2021 by sputterpub

It’s too soon for buds.Low rain and warm spring make forsummertime fires.

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Leaving Lockdown

Posted on February 19, 2021 by sputterpub

I just found out I’ll leave my house for daysnext month, and move in with my child’s kid.It’s near a year since I have parted wayswith customary habits. I’ve been bidto care a little more and close for oneI’ve sheltered … Continue reading →

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