Hart Island, NY
By David Bridge Pile the earth tightly around us, For in death there is no social distancing. In life we huddled your pavements, Dying, we leave not a word, Or even a name to mark our passing. We were here … Continued
The Universe and My Backyard
By Ivor Steven Outside alone, stoically I stand Old toes gripping into cold sandHere my lawn cover is sparseBut I see the universe in a blade of grass Under my feet I feel our planet’s groundAbove I see a grey … Continued
Solemn Tides of Discontent
By Andrew Russell I feel the storm approaching But I can’t shelter anymore In this bay I’m slowly dying I’ve paid the price for never leaving shore Stuck in port without a charter No way I could set my course … Continued