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Poetry Breakfast

Serving a little poetic nourishment Monday thru Friday and featuring a Short Play Saturday Matinee to read.

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Shades of Gray – A Poem by Ali Grimshaw

Shades of Gray Between the light and dark lie many shades of gray, easily misunderstood by those not interested in searching the sky for shapes. With curiosity comes an acceptance of the continuum from silver ash to smokey midnight. Shades... Continue Reading →

Past Tense – A Poem by Archita Mittra

Past Tense i. lost space we fall in love when we both decide that we don't like airport bookstores: too sterile, too polished, too alienating for those who treasure the tales in the spaces between the black curlicues. we wander... Continue Reading →

Dreams of the Ecliptic – A Poem by Diane Frank

Dreams of the Ecliptic To change a girl into a kite, +++ tell her that love is the moon. To teach a tree to sing, +++ put a harp under its branches. To change a bowl of dust into a... Continue Reading →

I Can Ask For No Answer – A Poem by Megan Alford

I Can Ask For No Answer Upon arrival and when leaving, I can ask for no answer, if I relax, who will pay for dish soap? I am trying to wake up. What is soft enough? If I could be... Continue Reading →

Procrastinator’s List – A Poem by Ali Grimshaw

Procrastinator's List My list is overflowing, letters are falling off the page, some words are jumping knowing they will get more attention elsewhere. Many items tired of being ignored have started a support group. Finish is used to making friends... Continue Reading →

Present Wrapping – A Poem by Sapphire Elisha

Present Wrapping The slow unfolding of thick silken paper, Razor sharp edges, chemical odours, The charming metallic numerals, Dancing in celebration of your wisdom, A birthday another, I carefully lay creases in the corners precisely, With double washed fingers, Trembling... Continue Reading →

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