Sung to Prince’s “Purple Rain,” my inspiration for this poem/song's rhythm. — You say you want to create But you can’t make up your mind Let me steer you Into a new/old place Stats never meant to cause you any sorrow But they cause you plenty pain I’m only trying to help you Help you branch out, find a new way Writers linked arms in…

Think of the sparkle and happiness children can bring. Children illuminate and unveil so much to parents. Like magic, we see ourselves in them. Like an inverse mirror, we feel and hear our parents words and attributes expressing themselves. …

Online social media fights can be entertaining and a method of testing wits. — The showdown was nasty, and egos were in danger. It was a virtual throwdown on a professional’s site(most everyone knows). I was out for digitally generated blood. My attacker began with passive-aggressive insults and an attempt to evoke guilt, but I wasn’t breaking. …

Are there hints or suggestions of similar abuses occurring in the United States? You read and decide. I think there are. Our political…

Finding wines that are a good buy is a breeze and worth your time. — Wine is a delicious and versatile beverage that can be enjoyed on its own or with food. It can be a great way to celebrate special occasions, relax after a long day, or enjoy a good meal. However, wine can also be expensive. …

THIS IS NOT A STORY INVOLVING ANY AI, CHATGPT, OR FART KNOCKER RHETORIC, BUT IT CONTAINS A HINT OF NEAR-LIFE EXPERIENCE. — YOU’VE NOTICED. I’M BREAKING THE RULES. CHALLENGING YOUR SENSE OF WHAT’S RIGHT. INVADING YOUR COMFORT ZONE. I NEED A NEW CANVAS, YET I WANT THE ONE WE HAVE. DON’T YOU? ARE YOU TIRED OF THE FORMULAIC? DO YOU WANT TO SCREAM AT THE INSANITY AND CRUSH THE DULL, SOPPING-WET MUNDANE?

A poem of learned optimism. Are you thinking about thinking? I’m undergoing a change. Yes. It’s a change you can’t understand, but every one of you knows it through and through. Hold on the line, this change may take several moments to actuate. The process is flawed. …

Child’s Voice

The secret trick everyone wants to know about saving energy and time. — There is a simple solution when your load is hot and heavy, and you want to finish without too much effort. You want it fluffy. You want it to feel good without needing extra cleanup steps. Dryer balls are the answer. Sometimes they’re knobby. They can be spiky. They are…