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Write on Water

Melinda Kucsera

Write on Water  by Melinda Kucsera Write on Water My last breath–I write a last request on water erased by the tide Scribbling on water future written in ripples fate rides wind-tossed waves Underwater I– grip my lifesaver, write help then draw my escape Sketched my fantasy then drowned in its sensation, swam immersed in dreams. Walk on water smooth sheet of glass etched by no words nature holds the pen Bubbles spell my doom as I plummet, my pen held tight flotation device? I sink and pass fish I click to expose the nib no upwards motion. Written on water a scream bubble … Continue reading Write on Water

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Pride: The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu

Melinda Kucsera

The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu: Pride* *A collaboration with Rosema from A Reading Writer Rosema writes short fiction, poems and posts about the books she’s reading. Hop on over to check out her site and pick up a recommendation or two for your next read. The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu: PRIDE ~ ~ ~ Lionize me now. There ain’t no vainglory here I’m the best there is. ~ ~ ~ Stand tall but know when it’s your turn to bow down ‘cause– life’s a turning wheel. ~ ~ ~ To be continued tomorrow with another deadly sin and … Continue reading Pride: The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu

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Envy: The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu

Melinda Kucsera

The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu: Envy* *A collaboration with Rosema from A Reading Writer Rosema writes short fiction, poems and posts about the books she’s reading. Hop on over to check out her site and pick up a recommendation or two for your next read. The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu: ENVY ~ ~ ~ He own things I lack. She wore sequined heels, I want. Why I lack a lot? ~ ~ ~ He’s not more lucky. I don’t need those leather boots. I don’t covet things. ~ ~ ~ To be continued tomorrow with another deadly sin … Continue reading Envy: The Seven Deadly Sins of Senryu

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Earth’s Children

Melinda Kucsera

Earth’s Children* *Collaboration with Carol from WritersDream9 A collaboration with Carol from WritersDream9 If you love haiku, haiga, tanka and flash fiction–you should visit her site. She writes with amazing clarity, depth and spirituality. This time we chose to do a double etheree. Enjoy!   Pollution lies so heavy on the earth The clouds of excess hang low and dark Block out the stars that shine above Creating an imbalance Street lights can’t compensate Our children are sick Allergic Toxic In Need Of love Clean water Breathable air Food that’s not tainted Animals to learn from Clear skies to stargaze at … Continue reading Earth’s Children