Category Archives: Philosophy

Stupid Like McCarthy

Posted on August 7, 2021 by sputterpub

The adult children set a policy:to come to them their folks must pre-arrangea baby visit. Maybe historyaccounts for what appears to be so strange,or lack of sleep or normal hormone storm,but now the olds have taken such offense,their heated indignation … Continue reading →

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I Early Chose

Posted on July 30, 2021 by sputterpub

I early chose refusal to a rolethat mis-portrayed the person in my soul.I recollect resisting Mom’s conceits,rejecting school and synagogue entreats,combating tries to channel or cajole. They erred, and I was forced to take control.I knew if being loved was … Continue reading →

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Flailing Sestina

Posted on July 23, 2021 by sputterpub

I dabbled in Old Norse at 22,which meant I got Icelandic history.I learned that when a culture’s in demise,when petty kings are facing bitter change,they’re driven to record what’s ending then,with words and pictures or revolting ways. When England turned … Continue reading →

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Quiet Work

Posted on July 21, 2021 by sputterpub

I think I’m sensing thoughtfulness amongsome members of the family, toward me.What seldom I experienced when young,may now occur with charming frequency,since I forsook protesting stridently.I sense the rim of what I’ll tolerate –then disconnect or quit them quietly.With time … Continue reading →

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The New Account

Posted on July 16, 2021 by sputterpub

Because I’m good with numbers, most assumeI’ve figured out the market and investto great returns, but I can’t time a boomor downturn – that’s no field where I do best.In fact, I’ve never tried the game before.I bought a house … Continue reading →

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I For One

Posted on July 3, 2021 by sputterpub

I for one am still alive,and you for two are feeling well.But she for three’s not long to thrive(we ought to notice something fell).Her death approaches like a spell,inexorable and sure(aging doesn’t have a cure).I note where all our futures … Continue reading →

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Cassandroid

Posted on July 1, 2021 by sputterpub

The answer to your question is … but wait.I know you won’t be listening to me.I almost loved a god and now my fateis, though I hold the gift of prophecy,when I reneged he tweaked my destiny –I see the … Continue reading →

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The Egotist

Posted on June 25, 2021 by sputterpub

You’re egotistical to take offense.Assuming disrespect does not make sense.Reacting to a statement that’s untrue,and doesn’t really have to do with you,just demonstrates your thinking’s somewhat dense. You keep describing sexist incidents,but disregard your own incompetence.You couldn’t do that job, … Continue reading →

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I See You

Posted on June 22, 2021 by sputterpub

I see you, but I hope you’ll be okayabout it. In the past I’ve edged awayfrom individuals-in-gratitude,who figured my attention would includea friendship growing closer every day. I know you’re manifold, for you displayas much variety as this bouquet.Appreciating you … Continue reading →

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Minutiae

Posted on June 17, 2021 by sputterpub

The hour hand does not appear to move.My eye cannot perceive the micron growthof rosebuds in the garden. Mornings provethe difference – passing time reveals them bothin motion – but to me they’re not overt.I tend to think today is … Continue reading →

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