Youth in West-End Summer, 1990s I remember summer heat rising like invisible smokelatching on my skin as I walked four blocks to Atkinsonpool for lessons. I remember moisture chaffingmy thighs, wicking in my crotch, blue-one-piece-bathingsuit discomfort, polyester pressure. I remember the concretedeck, rough under my knees as I leaned over a half-nakedboy pretending to be… Continue reading POEM A DAY – July 2 & Launch Gallery
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POEM A DAY – July 1
walk …how the deciduous trees smell like wet towelsthe elm trees smell like sneeze-spit dried on an armhow both the man walking his dog and the womanwalking her dog say hello… how the constructionworkers say good morning to each other and everyother orange & black traffic pylon is brand newthe dust of the hot, hot… Continue reading POEM A DAY – July 1
POEM A DAY – June 30
Day After Book Launch (breaking the rules) Haiku she hears the trees fallingin the forest, we are the treeswe fell in love Friends...mourners...lovers! I am overwhelmed with love and magic and the power of profound connection. Last night's launch was a spectacular event involving over forty strong bodies, forty open hearts, forty beautiful minds...and I… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 30
VANESSA SHIELDS 