Shame A poem by Holly Payne-Strange Shame I want your shame. I want to hold it close, treat it gently, like a rare bird, lost with nowhere to go. Let me coddle this sweet and delicate part of you, the... Continue Reading →
Dance with me A poem by Holly Payne-Strange Dance with me Hope dances like sunlight through water, a ballet of twisting gold that undulates on bare skin. There is a shipwreck off the cost of San Juan where saffron fish... Continue Reading →
My Mum’s Singing A poem by Holly Payne-Strange My Mum’s Singing I love my mum’s singing. She has more enthusiasm Than talent, But to be fair, she has a whole lot of Enthusiasm. I’m convinced she has a tiramisu soul,... Continue Reading →
Lavender Lemonade A poem by Holly Payne-Strange Lavender Lemonade You hold my glittered soul entirely in your hands. And I want to thank you for tending to her so gently. I hope it’s not too heavy for you. I hope... Continue Reading →