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Thoughts on the Eyes we Use
I read a piece this week titled, “The Eyes We Use” on Shigé Clark’s Substack that moved me. The article and title got me thinking about my daughters and my wife, @jenpedwards who have been though so much. I want them to know that I see their beauty. I am also grateful…
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Valentine’s Day
unidentified photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons According to an account [of Douglass’ birthday celebration] in the Washington Evening Star, the event was held on February 28, 1888. After the other dignitaries spoke, Douglass took the stage as he twirled his glasses. “I understand from some things that have occurred since…
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Twenty Word Tuesday
Through the fall, I have been participating in a weekly poetry project called Twenty Word Tuesday which appears mostly on Instagram and via the hashtag #twentywordtuesday. It was begun and has been moderated by Charissa Sylvia who is herself and exceptional poet and writer. You may follow her on Instagram…
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Wisdom’s Call
Here’s a sonnet for Sapientia which is December 17. It draws its inspiration from Proverbs 5:7-23. Now sons, listen to my words, do not stray Or linger at loose love’s door, nor forget My words; do not fall, become Folly’s prey, And pour out your life in bitter regret. But…
Backward Mutters 