Category Archives: Poetry

Carmageddon?

Posted on April 20, 2026 by sputterpub

Predicting traffic jams and crowded rail,the news produced loud warnings of a mess,and doubtless many listened without fail –three friends alerted me, inciting stressin small amounts. I needed to availmyself of train and bus to home. I guessmy 10 a.m. … Continue reading →

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Heart and Soles (An Exhortation)

Posted on April 19, 2026 by sputterpub

Do you have time? Does he or she? Do they?The answer from us all is yes, we do.No longer are we bored like kids, the waywe were when days were long. Although it’s trueour phones are ever beckoning our view(there … Continue reading →

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Proaction

Posted on April 18, 2026 by sputterpub

One friend asserts life’s issues all work out.Another claims she ever tried her best.I’m skeptical with each: sincerely doubtthe first is right, and all who knew her guessedthe second might have harkened to behestof child, and put selfishness aside.The fates … Continue reading →

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The Rise of Outline

Posted on April 17, 2026 by sputterpub

I always thought an outline was the startof any well-intended work of prose.But nothing organized became a partof paragraphs I ventured to composetwo months ago, and weekdaily. I choseinstead to draft in pieces what I aimedto say. Now look what … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Sky

Posted on April 16, 2026 by sputterpub

I like the weather where I live so much,I may not ever relocate. This placehas temperate temperature and totes the touchof ocean in the air. The feel of spacearound me when I walk about is sucha soft caress it elevates … Continue reading →

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Two Rights

Posted on April 15, 2026 by sputterpub

Envisioning my arms as stable wires,from palm to shoulder reinforcing spine,taut guys supporting any disc that tires,so I’m erect like sailboat mast or pine,I cup my knees to angle what aspires,and meditative posture becomes mine.Hypotenusing upper limbs, I guidemy neck … Continue reading →

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Lasting Impression

Posted on April 14, 2026 by sputterpub

Like Knightley said to Emma once or twice,in other words I stated “badly done”about behavior no one’s deeming nice,and saw cascading tears begin to rundown cheeks designed to smile. Sacrificeof comfort and approval wasn’t funbut had to be, to let … Continue reading →

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Two Doors

Posted on April 13, 2026 by sputterpub

Prohibiting a pet is not allowed,although the ban is in our documents.The drafter sought avoidance of a loudcondition, to protect inhabitants.The newest member of this residencecomes with a roommate, gentle, on all fours.She’s out right now – by man and … Continue reading →

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It’s Over Now

Posted on April 12, 2026 by sputterpub

It’s over now, or will be in a day.The earth must rotate one more time. That’s howto drop the curtain on our passion’s play.It’s over now. From drama unintentional they bow.Misunderstanding led them to portraythemselves as selfish, and to disavow … Continue reading →

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Happy Medium

Posted on April 11, 2026 by sputterpub

I seek the happy medium betweena body rid of fat I didn’t want,and slenderness at this age come to meanI feel so many bones I may look gaunt.Inhabiting the geriatric scene,my public dancing’s passed and I won’t flaunt(in truth I … Continue reading →

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