Issue of March 25, 2024

Symbiosis by Andrea Damic — Art

"Nature’s resilience is something to admire and always keep in mind."

In the Absence of a Drum Kit, Tabletops Are a Decent Substitute by Kyle A. Massa — Cover story essay humorous

Kyle A. Massa is a comedy author living somewhere in upstate New York with his wife, their daughter, and three wild animals. His published works include five books, plus several short stories and essays. When he’s not writing, he enjoys reading, running, and drinking coffee.

Purely Overpowered Emotional Mind by Navratra — Poem

"...It depends upon the readers..."

Ex-In-Laws by Robert Paul Allen — Poem unrhymed

"...the same people with whom you laughed, hugged, ate dinners, and yes loved are still there..."

Growing Up Everyday by Dharmpal Mahendra Jain — Poem unrhymed

"...I shall see you even in the dark..."

My Ma’s Last Earthly Rites Completed. by Amrita Valan — Poem unrhymed

"... final farewell of releasing what had been your own beloved Mother..."

Of Credulous and Anxious Flocks and Fans by Ndaba Sibanda — Poem unrhymed

"...Please tell me more about your dream, darling..."

Old Horse by F.D. Jackson — Poem unrhymed

"...March wind rushes through the barn breezeway..."

Slalom by Sanjeev Sethi — Poem unrhymed

"...as if you’re running away from ruin..."

The Conversation by Jeffrey Zable — Poem unrhymed

"...listening through the ceiling to my upstairs neighbor..."

The Hand by Luis Cuauhtémoc Berriozábal — Poem unrhymed

"...It takes you to old and new places..."

The Idle Boat by John Tustin — Poem unrhymed

"...it seemed I had been on this boat for years..."

Without London by Taylor Dibbert — Poem unrhymed

"...a queen once ruled..."