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Tamara J. Madison

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Tamara J. Madison is a published writer, poet, editor, performer and college-level instructor of English and Creative Writing.

Her latest collection of poetry, Threed, This Road Not Damascus, was recently released through Trio House Press in May 2019. She is also the author of Kentucky Curdled, a collection of poetry and essay, and Collard County, a collection of short stories.

She is the creator and host of BREAKDOWN: The Poet & The Poems a monthly showcase and poetry conversation featuring a guest poet discussing poetry as inspiration and motivation for every day lives (https://www.youtube.com/c/Tamarajmadi...).

For more information, find her home on the web at http://www.tamarajmadison.com.

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Tamara J. Madison I don't believe in it. If I am not writing, I am not nurturing my muse. If I am not writing, I am not reading enough books. If I am not writing, I am …moreI don't believe in it. If I am not writing, I am not nurturing my muse. If I am not writing, I am not reading enough books. If I am not writing, I am not engaging with the endless creativity and poetry all around me. If I am not writing, I am being lazy, negligent, or fearful. (less)
Tamara J. Madison For me one of the most engaging things about being a writer is the opportunity for growth and exploration.
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Threed, This Road Not Damascus

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Little Beauties, Miracles Everywhere

An unexpected kiss on the back of the neck 

at the kitchen table,

A gentle touch on the knee 

asking nothing but giving all,

The unexpected flowers when it is not 

a birthday, anniversary, or Mother’s Day,

A first-born son texts a parent, 

“Thank you for taking care of yourself,”

Children writing/reciting poetry 

as missiles fly above the roof,

Another group of children singing 

to drown out the sound of dro

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