Infusion
I dangle, oozing slowly, A golden flutter on the lip of a spoon. Pungent steam curls up— fascination grows as his leaves unfurl in the heat. He waits, smoldering— while I stretch— delighting in the slow tease of gravity’s coaxing. I begin to melt, watching him swirl beneath the surface, trying not to ripple. I […]
Emigrant
A little Panzer on course. Unstoppable. A quick note to family. Goodbye. I am gone. She worked while aboard. A translator. German to English. Old to new. Slacks for comfort And scarf at hand. A brand new look For a fresh start. Behind her A nation of shame. Ahead, Lady Liberty, Port side in the […]