Debates for Morning run
The great debate begins
before my limbs
know they are limbs
Should I run?
No
Should I go for a run?
No
Should I go for a short run?
Ugh
It’s a gorgeous morning!
Fine!
Then my limbs tingle
anticipation of their use
a muscular aphrodisiac
It’s lift-off the bed
get dressed
brush teeth
ready music &
run into the day
Shaky with limbic lust
I thrust
my body into the pool post-run
it is a mouth of cold water
gurgling my salty exhaustion
Skinny dip ending
for the joy of naked elation
there is no debate
Yes always yes
Next stop on virtual book tour: Philly!
Writing, reading and discussion with Vanessa Shields, Poet On Demand, and Marshall James Kavanaugh, Dream Poet For Hire
Vanessa and Marshall will discuss writing poetry on demand, and showcasing exactly how they do it! Also, they’ll discuss writing poetry, and will read from their books. Marshall is in Philadelphia.
*MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2021* NEW DATE!
7:30PM EST
Via Instagram Live @dreampoetforhire – Marshall and/or @shieldsvanessa – Vanessa
Thank you to the League of Canadian Poets for a grant for this event!
VANESSA SHIELDS, writer 