Tag Archives: Shadows

The First Fire

Posted on November 13, 2013 by

Like spirits joining the stars, Chimney smoke rises white Against the cold, dark sky, Inside, flames lick the log, “Taste like chicken,” I hear Them say, hissing, flapping, Spirits trapped in the gold Blaze take shape and verse, Like cloud … Continue reading →

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She Knows

Posted on September 8, 2013 by

She stood there in a print of calicos, Wind exposing knees like russet potatoes. Life can be hard and this is how it goes: There are a few highs and many lows, Hide your pain and all your woes Even … Continue reading →

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Refractions

Posted on May 9, 2013 by

Light shines from above bending life into love.  Copyright © 2013 Shainbird. All rights reserved.

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Film Noir

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Kiss me deadly in the naked City on sunset boulevard, Said the third man to Gilda. Dark shadows hiding darker Hearts. Tales of men with guns, Women without scruples. Fatal moods of defeat, Black and white images Living for moments … Continue reading →

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