Tag Archives: Sonnet

Nothing – A Sonnet

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Shainbird

Nothing begins nowhere, not here, not there, Quiet nights echoing unuttered words, No news to convey, no kisses to share, Night without chimes, morning empty of birds. Should I be lost with nothing to offer, Elated that nothing is peace … Continue reading →

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Double Seven

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Shainbird

Note: Sahm at Because We’re Poets gave us Poetry Prompt #7: It’s a Gamble!: “Take a chance!  This one ought to be a bit of fun.  Hand-write a poem, something encouraging, in any form that you would like.  Once finished, take a photo … Continue reading →

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Without Peace

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Shainbird

I cannot waste time playing peacemaker, Forging good words, characters you adore. Dismantling hate, facades by the acre. A chess game that stirs within me a war. After a battle of loud discontent, Black stoned hearts are nothing like fertile … Continue reading →

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We Invited Death To Come Along

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Shainbird

Aye, we invited Death to come along. Like a crow flying among nightingales, After a few swallows, he sang our song. Counting down bottles and whispering hails, Seated at tables, persuading the scheme. He said, “Fear me not, I do … Continue reading →

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