The brilliance of the
ladybug landing on
my white coffee cup
as the wind blows through
the bedroom window
I think of ee cummings
and Buffalo Bill,
Mom, Dad, and the
rest of the dead.
The computer calls to me.
But I won't answer.
It's the Sabbath, and the
rest will do us all some
good.
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Author:
Thomas W Case (Pseudonym) (
Online) - Published: March 30th, 2025 10:08
- Comment from author about the poem: My latest book, It's Just a Hop, Skip, and Jump to the Madhouse Poems, is available on Amazon.com https://www.amazon.com/Its-Just-Skip-Jump-Madhouse/dp/B0DY4XDQYC/ref=sr_1_2?crid= Seedy Town Blues Collected Poems, my previous book, is there too.
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Comments9
A striking image colorful and symbolic as well contrasts with the desire not to awaken others. They say let sleeping dogs lie. A wonderful poem
Tremendous work.
Thank you.
Let those rest in peace, a lovely write, enjoyed
Thank you.
You are very welcome
Atmospheric reverie! Wonderful🕊🙏🏻Liked & Faved 🙏🏻🕊
Thank you.
You’re welcome friend 🙏🏻🕊️
Most excellent, Thomas!!! A fave from me!
Thanks
You are welcome!
Resting refills the energy Thomas.
Andy
Thank you.
A fine write. Nicely done and love the last lines.
Thanks, Tom.
I'd say!!!!!🌹 wonderful.
Thank you, sweet Teddy.
Well said. It's good to take a breather and think of all those we've lost. Nice one.
Thanks Kevin.
May eyes are blazing from booze, cigarettes, and a vicious wife that’s away for the night. Love your vid. and thoughts!
Thank you. Much appreciated.
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