Flash Fiction–In or Out
flash fiction, NLAPW
In or Out? From his wheelchair, Bob reached for the doorknob and dropped his hand. Jay, his caregiver, leaned over his shoulder. “Aren’t we going in?” “I can’t face them.” ... Read more
Flash Fiction–The Wounds of a Soldier
flash fiction, NLAPW
Wounds of a Soldier He was trained to stare into the eyes of others and watch the blood run out. They devoted his thoughts to the historic idea of killing ... Read more
Poem of the Week–Differences
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Differences Don’t divide the people, we insist… There is a way, to peacefully coexist. But still I see two sides concerning this. What is power up to will they tell? ... Read more
Memorial Day Poem
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Rest Peacefully Once they floated in mothers’ wombs Now interred In well aligned tombs Though much life Meant still to live Their lives For our country They did give They ... Read more
Poem of the Week–Armistice
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Armistice I pass the long train as it waits, unmoving, each flat car carrying military vehicles — armored tanks with caterpillar tracks, long gun noses extend into air — the ... Read more