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Author Archives: Monica
Amputation
The Amputee My body misses something it once relied on like a leg extending support perhaps a voice proffering comfort a breeze wafting solace or a welcome shape appearing by surprise, steps away, or as a shadow at the edge … Continue reading
Posted in Colorado, earth, global warming, loss, Nature, Poems
Tagged amputation, loss, poetry, rainbows, wildfire
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Moose at the Back Door
One June evening, magic appeared at the cabin back door. This young moose peeked in the window, then lay down in the meadow to eat. Watch how he folds those impossibly long legs under him. He stayed until dark, then … Continue reading
Posted in Colorado, family, loss, moose, Nature
Tagged East Troublesome fire, family, loss, moose
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DRIPS
DRIPS Dripping make-up mirrors internal decay handkerchief cannot remedy no picture necessary
Access Denied
The Barred Door The door swings shut key bent and broken to mysteries receding at firestorm speed. from the cabin in early September
East Troublesome Fire
Wildfire Fire cyclone explodes across me: I am harshly bruised. Scorched life fills my senses. Shock blankets me. Does part of me still live? I wake for moments and sleep again. I dream of leaves rustling. I dream of sun’s … Continue reading
Posted in global warming, loss, Nature, Poems, uncharted territory, wilderness
Tagged East Troublesome fire, Granby Colorado, wildfire
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Green River and Browns Park
Green River Psychic ReBoot Golden glowing majestic meandering green water gleaming enriches the soil nourishes the senses broadens the land focuses and quiets the mind. Above 2 images courtesy of Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service … Continue reading
Shout Out to Bill Maher/Wild Animal Markets and Big AG
Bill Maher speaks out about wild animal markets, trafficking in wild animals, and our system of raising and slaughtering animals for food: “Big AG”. He says what I have been waiting to hear from someone whose voice can be heard … Continue reading
American Entitlement: Does the Jury Acquit?
Americans: Who are We and How do We Define Ourselves? Hints from the movies: The Devil and Daniel Webster, 1941 Synopsis: A farmer sells his soul for seven years of good luck, good crops, and the money and power that … Continue reading
Earth Day 2020
(See photo copyright and usage license information below.) After We Are Gone Will rivers wander ancient routes, nurturing hills and valleys of their youth? Will flowers extend scented tendrils at the sound of bees buzzing? Will the land bless its … Continue reading
Posted in ecology, global warming, loss, Nature, Poems, uncharted territory
Tagged Earth Day 2020, human heartbeat, rock vibrations
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Noticing Global Warming, Before We Knew What It Was
Marie Dressler, as Carlotta in Dinner at Eight (1934), reminiscing about her past life as a super-star of the New York stage, and why she can’t return to live in the city: No, everything’s changed. I couldn’t stand it here. … Continue reading
Posted in global warming, uncharted territory
Tagged climate change, Delmonico's, Dinner at Eight, Marie Dressler, winter, Yellowstone
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