A Walk to Nowhere

A Walk to Nowhere

n If I had known that my walk Would take me where a jelly fish pulsated, I’d have won sandals to stand in the ocean. If I’d known that my walk Would pass a skeleton sitting on the roof, With pink Barbie attire, sipping a pink mimosa in hand, I’d have worn my scalloped...
Breaking up with the past

Breaking up with the past

In my dreams I time travel Into the dark reaches of every mistake, I’ve made. Jumbled characters perform outrages stunts. I lie in bed suspended on clouds of worry. I apologize for my younger selves, Misinformed, wild-eyed with hope. I trace the paths that led me...
Deep in the heart of the moon

Deep in the heart of the moon

Deep in the heart of the Moon I slipped inside the moon, And found no one inside. Instead, I lay upon a pillowed heart. Pulsing in waves, winks, and smiles. I peered out of moon craters, And witnessed humanity hum along. Holding hands, hugging, or fighting. My...
Regret and Desire: A provocative refrain

Regret and Desire: A provocative refrain

Regret and Desire: My provocative refrain I’m done with regret and desire. Give me passion fomented With kindness.  A world where embraces show dedication, Warmth, caring, and fulfillment. Where control and power dwindle As connections become corrections And...
Elders

Elders

Elders The autumn of life Is not the onset of decline But the preparation For the subdued beauty Of bareness The gift of golden wisdom. Abbe would love to hear from you and share her writings. Find her at...

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