Here's the poem for day two from the prompt Broken Bliss. I went with a cascade form for this one. Enjoy. Photo by Liza Summer on Pexels.com Broken Bliss When I was young and beautifulThey promised me the worldwrapped in candy floss happiness Visions of rosy dreams and loveI didnโt understand at allWhen I was... Continue Reading →
Day 1 – National Poetry Month: Black Mirror
And here we are, the first day of National Poetry Month 2022. Today's prompt is Black Mirror and in keeping with the theme, I chose to attempt a Mirrored Refrain poem. Enjoy. Photo by Emre Can Acer on Pexels.com Black Mirror Alone, in scattered thoughtswhile the dark night abatesWithin the darkened glassyour old reflection waits... Continue Reading →
Drabble Wednesday: Lost and Found
I have some drabbles for you, but first a quick update. NaNoWriMo is officially over for another year and I managed another win, so that means the first draft of Fairy Tales and Nightmares is complete. Now on to the drabbles. I have two for you today. Where is the third one you say? Well,... Continue Reading →
A Poem For Remembrance Day
This year's poem is a bit different than what I usually post for this day. It's not so much about the past and what we lost, but today's soldier and their suffering. There is also an enlightening video discussion on the topic of PTSD following the poem. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com PTSD It's the... Continue Reading →
#OctoberFrights – Day 5: Dark Poetry
Today, we celebrate dark poetry, with a spotlight on my new poetry book and a few poem excerpts from the collection. Enjoy. Poetry of Monsters and Madness From the darkness and the shadowsFrom the lunacy and the voidThe words flow on moonlight and mayhem, slithering tentacles along the night. Follow the siren song of myth... Continue Reading →
