Monthly Archives: April 2026

Light Lessons

Posted on April 3, 2026 by sputterpub

Exactly when I needed it, I feel,an expert spoke to me about a wayso apt to make the sitting-still appeal,yet loose ideas within cognition’s sway.Eight minus one in lessons on the reel,and I completed them as of today.Securely I now … Continue reading →

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Languages

Posted on April 2, 2026 by sputterpub

My son reminded me, a week ago,when I defended how to use a word,that language is made up. Like I don’t know?I don’t oppose the current; that’s absurd.But histories are elegant; they showus patterns of our thoughts. And what occurredcreating … Continue reading →

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Sprawl

Posted on April 1, 2026 by sputterpub

I tripped a day ago, but didn’t falltoo hard. Encountering a sidewalk crack,I stumbled two steps angling to a sprawlon dirt and weeds beside the concrete track.I’m pleased to note I didn’t strain my back;I broke no bone, although I … Continue reading →

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