WE THE MOURNERS JUNE RELEASE
I am thrilled to announce the forthcoming publication of my newest collection of poetry, We The Mourners! I am currently planning a local book launch in June as well as a small tour in midsummer. Stay-tuned for more information! I am taking pre-orders! Order you copy today by emailing me: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com. I'll add your name… Continue reading WE THE MOURNERS JUNE RELEASE
POEM A DAY – June 8
Monday Morning Dream The puppy lays on my chest, his paws on each side of my neck like trees, his fur forests my throat and I feel safe to fall back asleep and dream. The sun rises, pouring hot strands of light on our slumbering faces. My eyelids, like frosted-glass doors, turn my dreamscape red.… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 8
POEM A DAY – June 7
The Weight On My Heart Today four years ago todayI was poem-high, love-beathaving spent the day (andthe day before) writingpoetry on demand atart in the park. it wasone of the best days.one of my best days.I was filled with exultationlaughter, awe at thesize of it all: the peoplethe sales, the volunteersthe smiles, the magic inthe… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 7
POEM A DAY – June 6
Chicane charlemagne (nope)pontchartrain (nope)chilblain (nope) all day I’ve beensearching for theword–slippery serpentinebrain-barrierzooming pastmy mouth likea ferrari…eventhough it’s supposedto force a slow-down it’s like chagrin:Cha- as in chargeCHA-grin (like smilenot- grinelike serpentine) orSha- as in shareSHA-grin (like smile)I’ve heard it both waysthese words are sillymake my barin mushy (did you see whathappened up there?I’m leaving it.)(much… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 6
VANESSA SHIELDS 