Poetry Archives - Page 9 of 25

Mourning to dancing

by Robin | Sep 11, 2009 | 15 Words or Less Poems, Faith, Personal, Poetry

skies rained terror and blooda nation held captivethen mournedransomed by unassailable Hope. {{In remembrance of 9/11, prompted by Laura Salas’ “15 words or less” poetry challenge. This week’s unlikely picture featured a ransom...

An Ode to Moonfruit

by Robin | Jul 6, 2009 | Contests, Giveaways, Poetry

I wonder if I'll ever seeSweet moonfruit on a treeYes, it's luscious, true, 'tis rareCrazed pursuit–yes, I dare!Twitter-patter night and dayBegging, bribing, even prayFor the prize awaits just tenFaithfully I try to win.Obnoxious tweeting brings...

When bare feet smile

by Robin | Jul 2, 2009 | 15 Words or Less Poems, Poetry

Summer begsmy feet roam free;Verdant and lush,a prickledvelvet carpettheir bounty.Visit Laura Salas to learn more about "15 Words or Less" poems, a photo-prompted poetry challenge.

Dominoes, effectual

by Robin | Jun 18, 2009 | 15 Words or Less Poems, Life Philosophy, Poetry

I can't help but wonder if my message is clear this week. Bueller? Bueller? Mastery of playis youth's fountain;Its droughtwithers the young.My response to Laura's "15 Words or less" photo-poem challenge. Join...

Eden and after

by Robin | May 28, 2009 | 15 Words or Less Poems, Poetry

It's been quite a while since I joined Laura Salas' 15 Words or Less poetic challenge and I'm feeling the creative void. Here's my offering for today's photo prompt (please click the icon below if you'd like to join in or simply learn more)....