Tag Archives: self-discovery

Sunday Whirl Baked in a Holiday Sonnet

Posted on December 25, 2011 by T A Hillin-Smith

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to All Not too long ago, Thomas Davis of fourwindowspress suggested I try my hand at the sonnet form.  I finally took some time to pick up that gauntlet, and though I feel the poem … Continue reading →

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Scent Poem

Posted on September 28, 2011 by T A Hillin-Smith

Finally I change those stale sheets, breathe your scent- stained pillowcase.  Breathe out that fetid musk. Smile, preferring Tide. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I am thrilled that We Write Poems is using my scent prompt this week.  As much as I like the … Continue reading →

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Ongoing Relief Effort

Posted on September 16, 2011 by T A Hillin-Smith

Life has a way of slipping in the room, insisting on being noticed and the demanding all one’s attention. Because of that, I had forgotten much of what is going on in the world outside of my dramas.  Signs of … Continue reading →

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Pieces of the Past

Posted on September 10, 2011 by T A Hillin-Smith

this book has no lines poverty of spirit shaped like calligraphy my secret life in heavy, still air stabbing him flashes through my mind lightning reflects my face on rain-streaked panes dark on light, veined film failure is a choice … Continue reading →

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Day of Deep Sighs

Posted on February 7, 2011 by T A Hillin-Smith

After your harsh words my tears welcome this still night– cold silent snowfall

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