Friday, May 9, 2014

The Empty Mirror

I am not writing poetry
the moondog doesn't howl 
why call it a new moon
if it can't be seen?

The sun has gone, 
I have nothing to reflect 
the talent has moved on 
leaving pedants 
whining old ladies and pedos.

Reflected light has cycles 
and shines in new and hidden ways 
not every night can be a harvest 
but hope of it ignites our days.

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  1. SEE MIRROR ME
    (Eye-contact)

    I no longer write in throes of mania;
    I closed the wardrobe, shut out Narnia.
    I'm needed here, with full, chiseled wits.
    I wear camisoles now, to cover my

    It's hard to let go of a part of your mind
    so complicated...but I have defined
    My own story. A narrative I change at will.
    I'm able to quiet the passion I feel.

    I delve into learning as hungry as ever
    to consume knowledge- but I bring down the fever
    Stave off desperation by backing up my larder.
    When I need something badly, I have things to barter.

    Of course I refer to things but I meant
    The values, the grace that my words represent.

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  2. Did I miss this or forgot I’d read it. Really beautiful.

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