August 2008
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A [thoughtful] Pause
It has been brought to my attention that I am neglecting Watermark. And so I am; another unplanned blogging holiday. It's odd, but the demise of the iBook seems to have shifted me from right-brain to left-brain mode. As I await the arrival of a replacement, I am reading actual books. I am reading,… Continue reading
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Red Moon
You took my cat from me. He flew from his body. I could not hold him. I think it was your color that called him. Same to same. Now when I see you, I hear him purr. I could not hold him. Aug. 16, 5:16 p.m. EDT — Full Sturgeon Moon, when this large… Continue reading
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R.I.P. Spike ~ 1993 – noon today
Spike had a few bad days, since he became ill several weeks ago. But, the next morning, he was always pacing by my bedroom door, eager for attention and the high-calorie treat — condensed milk — prescribed by his vet. But not this morning. This morning, he was lying on his side, unable… Continue reading
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Love
I've looked everywhere:the junk drawer in the kitchen,the catch-all on the dresser, in every cupboard and cabinet. I scolded the cat and got down on my knees to look under the sofa. It's not in the garage, the basement, the attic. I cleaned out the car, the glove-box, the trunk. I've swept all… Continue reading
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National Poetry Prompt Appreciation Day
Today is that day, according to an event announcement at facebook (I think you probably have to be a member to see this): On the eve of National Poetry Prompt Appreciation Day, which Jay Robinson and I have just now declared, we are offering you a cornucopia of poetry exercises to jump start your writing.… Continue reading
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