Hathi Room

A collection of my poems, posting periodically

  • Upside Down Formations

    Right behind the first quickstep dancer to center line, each united by their shared tale of strife. The handbag peddler who once was. In lock with the honored botanist, who bore fruits of a thousand trials. The sheikh’s revered carpenter, who fled a misstep – spinning and skipping clockwise in rhythmic steps. Fingers laced with Read more

  • Empire State of What?

    Tucked between the Hudson and East, lies a magnificent gem of lightFilled with dwellers from all over, oh what a sight In the bustling streets and towering buildings, a symphony of voices blendDiversity and culture, the city’s heart and soul, never to end They each bring their hopes, ambitions for lifeBut they also bring stories, Read more

  • Mi amor

    I still remember that conversation with you.Catching up after years,leaning over the stained oak counter sharing the El Guapo club sandwich.It was as if our time apart was an illusion.Oh, I remember the astonishmentover just how familiar it was. And so when the rest of the worldbegan to dissolve that dark, devastating spring, a beautiful Read more

  • Letter to Alec

    My brother Alec,I’m no longer a chauffeur,dreaming of Monet. Notes Today’s prompt is to write a poem in which you first recall someone you used to know closely but are no longer in touch with, then a job you used to have but no longer do, and then a piece of art that you saw Read more

  • Churiosity

    You are sweet like simple syrup,your kindness elicits flutters in our hearts.You powder the world with joy, I wish we were never apart. But I know you’ll always be there, to bring thought provoking discourse to life. You are number one on my speed dial,always around to alleviate strife. With strong ridges and rich heritage,we Read more

  • Spring Ski

    Look out, behind you!The boarder with no control,barreling towards you! Notes Today’s prompt is to write a poem that starts with a command. Pretty busy today so went with a Haiku. Read more