Daily Archives: May 11, 2014

Roles

Posted on May 11, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Carpe Diem Special #91, Jack Kerouac’s 2nd “girls come by shades”   “Neons, Chinese restaurants coming on– girls come by shades”      (Jack Kerouac) Write a poem in the same sense, tone, and spirit.   Marquee lights shine, frame … Continue reading →

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Winter Lace

Posted on May 11, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Written for Carpe Diem Haiku Kai/Tan Renga #34 Complete this Tan Renga   winter meadowsblossoming frost workson window panes   (Ese) icicles of lace adorn frame, gazed at from fireside  (Sara)

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Sweetest

Posted on May 11, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Some fruits are picked early, squeezed together, and bruised, their sweetness ruined. Other fruits ripen slowly, blossoming on their own branches of a tree. Patience is key if one wishes to savor fullness of flavor. Written for: Imaginary Gardens with … Continue reading →

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