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Rebirth in the Heat

The heat wave is impending Surely, inevitably, I suppose It’s exhausting, the thought of it, Its dominion Its sway The Sun, though, is the real culprit Beautiful and dread, its rays Filling me with Life Love Longing Promise and possibility … Continue reading

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Elegy on an Aphid Free Morning

Survivor of winter, nasty sprays and weekly Beatings. Destroyer of foliage, branches and Flowers. Crusher of my hopes, my bounty and Spring anticipations. But your sticky celebration was Delivered too soon. Your spirited flights of joy Sputtered as I rose … Continue reading

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Joe vs. the Phoenix

Out of the ashes. That’s where the phoenix rises from. I’ve always loved the imagery and idea of the flaming phoenix rising from the ashes. Reborn to take on the world anew. And yet I never really focused on the … Continue reading

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