Redux
Feeling full
of stuff to do
things to read
thoughts to write
and falling behind
Pressured and agitated
need to step back
and organize
my normal life cycle
trying to prioritize
I hope my friends
will understand
it’s not you but me
Took on a big chunk
and catching up
Busy and isolated
stuck more in my head
than is necessary
for my health
and recognizing it
Seems I’m not the only one
Originally posted 4/12/2019 on I Write Her.
old and worn or new, shiny or matte
paperback or hardcovers
these rich-smelling handheld
friends with benefits
they are the joy that surrounds you
while immersing yourself in them
their presence helps us to know things
to grow our horizons for more possibilities
or they take you to new worlds
for enriching, possibly life-altering experiences
the fantasy-filled ones captivate
and the factual scripts of the present and the past enlighten
books understand our needs
as we are gently forced to add more to our collection
Inspired by What do you see #272
new writes or classics
a monthly meeting of minds
opining more words
Inspired by Moonwashed Weekly Prompt – Writer’s Choice &
Reena’s Xploration Challenge #360
selecting a comfy couch
a warm blanket
and a good book
zoning in with liquid wakefulness
the eagerness to consume peace and words
is “literally” a dash of heaven
Reverberations
Thunder rumbled
in the distance
I felt humbled
by existence
As rain patterned
all that mattered
was near and dear
Unrequited
I said “Love you,”
which seemed okay,
since it felt true
for me that day.
Though you, my dear,
were insincere
with your ardour.
Happenstances
I sit and read
and lose the day
having no need
to run away
Convivial
yet trivial
Lucky for me
When I Grow Up
I’ve not much time
to figure out
whatever I’m
to be about
Options to try
are less as my
career end nears
Up and Away
A beautiful
balloon aloft
as meaningful
illusions waft
through thoughtless air
with dreamlike care
to fly so high
~~~
Stephen W. Buchanan has been writing for himself for years but shares his poetry at “If You Haven’t Got A Sonnet” https://muttado.com Stephen was first featured in 2020 and then again in 2022. You can find his previous features HERE. His work was also featured in The Short of It’s Volume 1 and Volume 2. This is his second feature this year.
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They are changing it from three free episodes to TEN free episodes of all stories! Now, if I’m doing the maths right, that means you can read ALL my stories for free since they are all five episodes. So, if you haven’t read them yet, go for it. I hope you enjoy them. :)
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Dipped in Yellow
Falling from the Tree
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An American Conflict
C
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Secrets Between Lovers
Inspired by Moonwashed Weekly Prompt – Impending &
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #278 – Word Prompt
with the impending dawn
irritatingly nudging me
this librocubicularist
sets the book down
closes weary eyes
and meanders her mind
to all the wondrous places
envisioned previously
Redux
With deliberate intention, the goal was to devour thousands of words. He reveled in the delicious anticipation of cerebral and sentimental fulfillment. Focused and ready for some relevant adscititious information to challenge his brain’s hunger for knowledge and fantasy. The emotions of the poets forcefully laid down impressions on his mind. Hours passed immersed in the stories and written essences of others. It colored him happy. And tired. The eyes slowly closed. All the words turned to dreams of mystical sunsets with a bareback unicorn ride on the beach, hair whipping in the wild wind.
He then woke up smiling.
Inspired by Reena’s Exploration Challenge #186 & Eugi’s Weekly Prompt – Celebration
hello
fellow
bibliophile
what is your recommendation
what is the latest you've read
perhaps i would like it too
books are always a cause for celebration
more stimuli for our fantasies
more reflection in our souls
and i get to add another ten
to the twenty
already on my side table
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