for shell shock reasons
parody follows the night
subterranean
the fallow river
crafts dark periodicals
no one reads
casual is flame
remiss importance
by words unspoken
i unmask the cloaks
which cover a vague forest
to stab the shadows
illusive is hope
though not unattainable
to the heart humble
***
yesterday i was old
now i exist out of time
but for this moment
while i allow mind
serendipity's focus
to clear the waters
aurora moves space
to join divergent shorelines
supplying comfort
cerulean is sky
which fashions the possible
by silver linings
for sublime reasons
soul remains undefeated
while aware heart dreams






9 old applause
