Dream Brewing

Dream Brewing

by | Mar 7, 2020 | Poetry

I lingered, waiting on the world to see what I refused to I am here now admitted my ignorance And my power Right here on my own handmade stage Does that sound arrogant? Does that demean you? I can finally say here today that is NOT my fault Can you believe it? I used...
Truth Melts Magic

Truth Melts Magic

by | Feb 22, 2020 | Poetry

Truth melts magic and there is no voice stronger it hides sometimes but cannot be denied Truth melts magic like old music in a gramophone singing songs not yet written because those meant to write them are still too scared to open their throats Truth melts magic it...
In the Cave – For Mom

In the Cave – For Mom

by | Feb 15, 2020 | Poetry

Where it is darkest I stand Exhausted One more curve until I see the light In the cave Where I have been walking I pause Preparing One more rest before the next move In the cave Where I have no reference I consider Poignant The path that I am on In the cave Where...
Pushing

Pushing

by | Feb 8, 2020 | Poetry

I tell the old story to myself lather, rinse, repeat priorities must be made, changes too and I push I hold opinions for the sake of the sensitive this disagreement breeds distrust but healing comes from truth and I push I tell those I DO trust and sometimes they...
For Billie Holiday

For Billie Holiday

by | Feb 1, 2020 | Poetry

To those who know. You know. God. Bless. You. And to Billie Holiday. And to me. And to my people. To the American Black. …She would close the evening with the song; the waiters would stop service when she began; and the room would be in total darkness except for...