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Day 6 – National Poetry Month: Paris Postcard

Today I bring you a Villanelle poem from the prompt, Paris Postcard. Paris Postcard The Eiffel tower in faded inkan old reminder tucked awayYour past’s abandoned chink How you once held a drink,smiling in that Paris cafeThe Eiffel tower in faded ink Dolled up, dressed in minkArm in arm, that rhythm swayYour past’s abandoned chink... Continue Reading →

Day 5 – National Poetry Month: Silent Wind

Welcome to day five with a free verse poem from the prompt, Silent Wind. This one popped out of my head this morning and is a bit sad. Silent Wind vacant buildingsno sound of laughteronly distant gunfireOn the breeze, travelsthe scent of smoke charred ruinsof vibrancy and homeit’s gone nowNothing but the windwandering quietly ©2022... Continue Reading →

Day 4 – National Poetry Month: Condiments in Glass

I’m attempting a rondelet poem on day four, from the prompt Condiments in Glass. I’m now wondering why I came up with that unusual prompt, but here’s the poem harkening back with a bit of nostalgia. Enjoy. Condiments in Glass Checkered tableThe bottles waiting in a rowCheckered tableLike little knights in a fableKetchup, mustard, relish... Continue Reading →

Day 3 – National Poetry Month: Fragmented Thunderclouds

And on Day 3, I bring you a triolet poem from the prompt, Fragmented Thunderclouds. Enjoy. Fragmented Thunderclouds Untamed intensity breaking,shattering into the pelting rainDisturbed turmoil wakingUntamed intensity breakingThe infinite firmament quakingagainst the tranquil plainUntamed intensity breakingshattering into the pelting rain ©2022 A. F. Stewart

Day 2 – National Poetry Month: Broken Bliss

Here’s the poem for day two from the prompt Broken Bliss. I went with a cascade form for this one. Enjoy. Broken Bliss When I was young and beautifulThey promised me the worldwrapped in candy floss happiness Visions of rosy dreams and loveI didn’t understand at allWhen I was young and beautiful Empty vows fade... 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. Black Mirror Alone, in scattered thoughtswhile the dark night abatesWithin the darkened glassyour old reflection waits Forever on the broken sandbeyond the sea... Continue Reading →

The Poetry is Coming…

So no Drabble Wednesday this week due to various other things keeping me busy. In addition, Drabble Wednesday will not be happening for the month of April because it is that time of year again. Poetry Time. Yes, folks, National Poetry Month is indeed upon us again and starting Friday, April 1st, I will once... Continue Reading →

Drabble Wednesday: Mad Science Returns

Today, I’m bringing back the Flying Monkey Genetic Laboratory as they prepare for their annual safety inspection… A Tour of the Flying Monkey Genetic Laboratory “Welcome gentlemen. I’m Dr. Spaulding. Shall we commence with the tour?” The grey-haired employee smiled at the stern-faced safety inspectors before leading them down a corridor. “On the right is... Continue Reading →

Drabble Wednesday: Fairy Tale’s End

The conclusion of last week’s Frankie and Joni story. The Horror of Mary The overhead lights snapped on, shining a garish purple. By the far wall, a hologram of a little girl appeared. “Mary had a little lamb. Not an ewe or a ram....

Drabble Wednesday: Freaky Fairy Tales

Frankie and Joni are back with three more crazy tales… Too Many Goats “Three goats. There were three goats.” “What?” I looked up from my tablet inventory list. Not another glitch. Frankie frowned at me. “How many goats do you see in the display?”...