Tag: poetry23

Odessa, Washington in early October: Despite the shops being closed and streets silent, the sunny afternoon and empty benches evoked a peaceful small-town life.

The writer reflects on a photo of their cousin's sneering cat from a past visit to North Dakota. The cat's disapproval of an offered apple inspires a Caturday poem.

The author reflects on the vast, universal perspective offered by a scenic route through Odessa, using it to comment on the 'small minded' divisiveness and intolerance plaguing modern society, particularly in the political sphere. Referencing Alexander Hamilton, they underscore the risk posed by demagogues to democracy, and advocate for an inclusive, communal mindset inspired by indigenous cultures, highlighting the need for 'larger minded' people in leadership. They express the hope for a future where such individuals are valued and elected, making us 'intellectually great minded dots' in the wide canvas of our world.

The post shares the author's daily routine of taking a walk in the autumn weather and capturing photos of the scenery. Inspired by the landscape, the author writes a haiku to express their appreciation of the autumn leaves and the enchanting ambience. They link the sight of the colorful leaves to the philosophical question of what lies beyond the seen path.

Sheri Edwards presents a daily note featuring a poem and a photograph. Her poem "Autumn Art" portrays the autumnal sky painted in grey, adorned with edges of yellow and orange hues which she refers to as Autumn's brush of cheer. The post is dated 11.14.23.