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OpenLinkNight ~ February 2014 – Loss

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Michael

I wake in this pit. Sheer walls, rock floor No chance of escape I await a hand, redemption.   Will I wait long? Barely space to spread out My limbs contracting In this confined space.   Ironic that you Are … Continue reading →

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Poem 101 – Write Me a Letter

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Michael

Write me a letter, one from you In which you paint me pictures In your words, of you and love, Of places far away, where dreams come true. Make your words sing to me Lullabies long forgotten. Make your words … Continue reading →

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There’s SomeTHING I Want to Tell You–dVerse Meeting the Bar – Shower

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Michael

I approach you each day, full of expectation You are a rare constant in my life. In anticipation of desire I reach for you. My hand manipulates and turned you on. I await your touch, knowing your caress Will sooth … Continue reading →

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OpenLinkNight ~ Week 133 – Package

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Michael

Arriving on my doorstep, A package wrapped in silence Begging to be opened.   Words flowed forth. Not just any meaningless words But a language of love, of affection.   I take it into my arms Allow it to wrap … Continue reading →

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Poem 100 – Tingles

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Michael

They come to you daily Same with me, They occur when you least expect, Same with me. The buzz is exciting, awakening Same with me   We are suddenly back Teenage years, giggling Embarrassed coy, shy, More curious by the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Photo Fiction – Sentinels.

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Michael

This is a great job. When I was a chick my mother said my boy you are destined to follow in the claws of those males in our family before you. You will grace the lawns, standing sentinel over the … Continue reading →

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D’verse Poetics: COming off the sugar high – Content.

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Michael

I ride into your eyes Lights become stars Stars new worlds Exploration, discovery, gasp!   I have swum in your pool No fear of drowning Your hands guide me Maintain my stroke, my rhythm.   In rest I am happy, … Continue reading →

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Days with My Son.

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Michael

I  have spent the past two days working with my son on  a mural on the outside of the Newcastle Art Gallery. It has been the most rewarding of days, being with him again is such a treat for me. … Continue reading →

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Poem 99 – Discovery

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Michael

I see you across the way Apprehensive. I understand After all what are you daring? It may turn out a fizzer It may turn out not.   I had a dream in which You stood before me, hands out Extending … Continue reading →

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Haibun Thinking: Week 4 Freestyle Week – Springtime

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Michael

Feeling wretched, anticipation, in springtime, you descend into your separate hell. You destroy, maim, injure, your fangs into all and anyone in your path.  While nature is renewing outside inside you inflict your own insanity on all around you. Where … Continue reading →

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