o this fucking well
have I not learned my lesson
I abide in stone
#1971
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#1969
the mind questions all
the heart keeps its own counsel
trusting ebb and flow
#1962
“Ghosts Appear and Fade Away”
iPod gathers dust
the absence of long gone friends
haunts its graveyard songs
#1932
chronic weeping wound
here is your measure of salt
with rot come the wolves
here is your measure of salt
with rot come the wolves
#1872
“2017”
remember the sun
carry with you ten sharp swords
leave behind nine wands
#1837
the ties that bind us
stronger than any metal
these rings symbolize
[ Hey friends! My girlfriend proposed and I (duh) said yes! ]
#1833
these disparate strands
Mother, teach me how to weave
that I may be whole
#1832
for hubris, cast back
wax softening on my wings
ah, and now the fall
#1827
“Afternoon Craving”
dumb tortilla chips
you don’t even taste that good
I just like the salt
(well, and have no self control
but that’s neither here nor there)
#1771
“Inanna’s Road”
five swords and six wands
you’ve much to surrender yet
you are not prepared
#1757
honest resume:
I am good at bullshitting
and fucking around
I am good at bullshitting
and fucking around
#1720
new home, new canvas
we’ll paint with laughter and tears
hang up memories
#1703
Much to my delight and surprise, Garrett Ray Harriman of Short4orm nominated me for a Sunshine Blogger Award. I have no idea what that actually means, but I like awards and I sure like Garrett’s superb writing. Now, normally I don’t take part in the blog award posts because I use my blog as a way to keep track of how much I’ve written, and non-writy things throw off the count, but I thought of a way around that… I’ll answer Garrett’s questions in the form of haiku! Then this post still counts as creative writing, right?
Apparently, for the Sunshine Blogger Award, the nominator asks 11 questions of their nominees. Nominees answer said questions, then choose 5 of their own nominees for the award (nominator excluded) and create 11 new questions to ask. Haiku not required (though encouraged by me!). Answers below, and then my nominees and their questions.
- How would you describe your sense of humor?
I could have written
Cards Against Humanity
(though fewer sex jokes) - Who are your writer heroes?
Bradbury, foremost
Kushner and Koja, of course
Zelazny as well - How do you define fear?
something you can’t face
be it monster or person
for lack of control - How do you define courage?
something you still face
despite fear, anxiety
even if you’ll lose - What was the first piece you wrote that moved you?
“How to Train Your Cat”
written at six; years later
laughed until I cried - What musical instrument would you be and why?
maybe a sistrum
Bast’s beloved instrument
makes a joyous sound - What is your favorite dessert?
fresh baked rhubarb pie
perhaps a bit of whipped cream
and the perfect crust - Second-best use for books besides reading them? (doorstop, projectile, etc.)
build a fort of books
with a blanket for the top
hide from adulthood - What do you do about procrastination?
left this one for last
I don’t have a great answer
put off, then push through - Favorite superhero that hasn’t been created yet?
Crazy Cat Lady!
she’s not really crazy, just
rescues cats in need - Question you wish I’d asked you?
what book made you wish
you had written it this year?
I’d say Bel Canto
For my own nominees, I tag ContagiousQueer (for your thoughtful social justice posts), ThingsMatter (because I think you love this sort of stuff), Days of Stone (for your beautiful poetry), AlicePan (because I HATE YOU (jk love you)), and Bad Poem a Day (because you might actually do the haiku thing). No worries if any of you don’t want to participate, though.
And my new set of questions…
- Favorite flavor of tea (or other drink of your choice, if you don’t drink tea)?
- What mythical creature would you want as a companion/pet?
- Favorite supervillain that hasn’t been created yet?
- What food did you love as a kid but hate now?
- What movie do you think is overrated?
- If you could meet one historical figure, who would it be and why?
- What does your blog/username mean and why did you choose it?
- What song do you hate to love?
- Is there a fictional character you wish you had created? If so, who and why?
- Do you name your electronics? What are their names?
- Favorite god or goddess?
#1700
in sharp feline eyes
knowledge of the ages burns
pure divinity
–
Lady, transport me
to the time Your children ruled
not man’s cruelty
–
more precious than gold
each child of Yours is to me
(and they know it, too)
#1699
unstoppable Wheel
block its path and you’ll be crushed
accept the world’s turn
#1683
“Korrasami”
feeling kinda bummed;
was expecting more than just
two friends holding hands
[ I just finished watching The Legend of Korra and I have to say… I’m pretty bummed about the way Korrasami turned out. While I understand the creators weren’t sure what sort of homoromantic subtext they could get away with, there is NO subtext in the show. None, not even a teeny tiny you’d-have-to-be-queer-to-pick-up-on-it bit. I’m the queen of picking up on queer subtext and believe me, I would notice if Korra and Asami were sending signals, even subtle ones. They barely even speak to each other in the last season, let alone in the last few episodes! Even their final conversation, the one which leads them to go off together into the spirit world, doesn’t in any way hint they may have deeper feelings for each other. For all intents and purposes, they’re just two friends going off for a well deserved vacation. Even the fact that they hold hands in the last five seconds of the show isn’t really proof of anything; Korra makes more obvious moon eyes at Mako in the final episode than she ever does at Asami. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I’m glad Korrasami is canon, and it sounds like the comics will develop their relationship further, but… I’m still bummed. I was really hoping for some legit representation, even if it did occur in the very final episode. But that? That wasn’t anything. Oh well. Good thing I still have all the queerness of Hannibal and Carmilla… ]
#1681
“Dum spiro te amo”
kiss and raise a fist
give your bow, gentlemen
this stage won’t forget
[ If you haven’t read Kathe Koja’s stunning work Under the Poppy, or its equally as heart-wrenching and powerful sequels The Mercury Waltz and just-released The Bastards’ Paradise, do yourself a favor… read them all. Now. ]
#1664
“Is a Cactus Supposed to be Filled with Yellow Goo?”
well that didn’t work
either I have a black thumb
or plants just hate me
#1658
get out of my dreams
no one wants you in them, ghost
you’re so yesterday
#1655
“brother” the trigger
speak it and watch me collapse
shot through heart and soul
#1641
up for adoption:
adorable black kitten
(might be a demon)
[ Fostering a kitten right now. She’s very cute and loves chewing on literally everything. ]
#1631
little Hershey’s Kiss
you made my stomach hurt so
but you tasted good!
oh tempting siren candy
I have the IBS blues
#1623
Ace of Pentacles – material goals/ good fortune will come your way/ use it to create
Two of Pentacles – with the means to work/ now is the time to take risks/ so make things happen
Three of Pentacles – teamwork earns success/ be patient, cooperate/ two will achieve more
Four of Pentacles – miserly spirit/ afraid to lose anything/ embrace loss, be free
Five of Pentacles – trouble, depression/ neglecting the heart and soul/ seek the ray of light
Six of Pentacles – generous spirit/ as you give, so will you get/ faith will be restored
Seven of Pentacles – time to make a choice/ reap what you have sown, or wait?/ consider outcomes
Eight of Pentacles – become the novice/ embrace practice and learning/ nurture a new skill
Nine of Pentacles – acknowledge your strengths/ confidence is rightly earned/ strong sense of self-worth
Ten of Pentacles – lasting achievement/ financial security/ time of peace and joy
Page of Pentacles – energy to build/ as long as you are willing/ opportunity
Knight of Pentacles – humble, steadfast, true/ be down-to-earth, reliable/ old ways are proved good
Queen of Pentacles – sensual and strong/ a self-sufficient spirit/ always generous
King of Pentacles – a richness of life/ everything touched turns to gold/ wise father figure
#1622
Ace of Swords – mental energy/ a new world view emerging/ conflict begets change
Two of Swords – denial of truth/ conflict is at an impasse/ open eyes and heart
Three of Swords – heartache, isolation/ let yourself break down and weep/ this wound must be cleansed
Four of Swords – seek enlightenment/ withdraw inside yourself, rest/ tap your inner strength
Five of Swords – admit your limits/ you have taken on too much/ swallow pride and fear
Six of Swords – conflict has drained you/ now you have a chance to rest/ the storm is passing
Seven of Swords – life may require wit/ deception, diplomacy/ don’t let it blind you
Eight of Swords – indecisiveness/ situation seems hopeless/ always a way out
Nine of Swords – fear of the future/ look inside to find its source/ cast aside your doubts
Ten of Swords – uncontrollable/ yes, the fall will be painful/ ride it out and heal
Page of Swords – mental powers grow/ logic over emotion/ new ways of thinking
Knight of Swords – mind’s fierce energy/ one is driven to their goal/ don’t be too hasty
Queen of Swords – noble ideals, yes/ but don’t demand perfection/ you are still human
King of Swords – smart and capable/ embody the great leader/ confident and wise
#1620
Ace of Wands – the spark to create/ let it become a firestorm/ journey of passion
Two of Wands – something is forming/ be bold, authoritative/ do what must be done
Three of Wands – the foundations laid/ the road beckons you onward/ expand horizons
Four of Wands – initial success/ celebrate, then keep moving/ still much work ahead
Five of Wands – many obstacles/ do not despair, keep fighting/ grow from this struggle
Six of Wands – victory, triumph/ beware a growing ego/ the journey’s not done
Seven of Wands – stiff competition/ take a stand, be flexible/ courage wins the day
Eight of Wands – great undertaking/ journey speeding on its way/ a river released
Nine of Wands – the final battle/ within exhaustion, a strength/ if only you’ll fight
Ten of Wands – soul overburdened/ creativity suffers/ let go, take a breath
Page of Wands – a need to create/ some desires may seem daunting/ do not ignore them
Knight of Wands – a desire for change/ embrace the knight’s bravery/ beware arrogance
Queen of Wands – practice constancy/ sustain creative vision/ understand your skills
King of Wands – echo the lion/ be the risk-taking leader/ proud, fierce, unafraid
#1618
Ace of Cups – emotional surge/ a relationship or bond/ journey of the heart
Two of Cups – a bond is growing/ one to be strengthened, nourished/ opposites attract
Three of Cups – a celebration/ marriage, birth, companionship/ build community
Four of Cups – dissatisfaction/ a troubled relationship/ too lost in oneself
Five of Cups – regret and remorse/ a betrayal or conflict/ this is not the end
Six of Cups – looking to the past/ childhood’s open-mindedness/ seek simplicity
Seven of Cups – myriad options/ so many diff’rent outcomes/ you must choose with care
Eight of Cups – delve within yourself/ something must be given up/ answers are within
Nine of Cups – pleasure, happiness/ a great wish has been fulfilled/ celebrate success
Ten of Cups – hardship is over/ the bond is everlasting/ your soul’s contentment
Page of Cups – love struggles to bloom/ nurture it and watch it grow/ be sentimental
Knight of Cups – trust intuition/ as the knight follows his heart/ let love lead the way
Queen of Cups – time to meet yourself/ seek the spark of life within/ creation and art
King of Cups – tireless protector/ protect your own heart as well/ thus, achieve balance
#1615
Wheel of Fortune – the Wheel always turns/ day and night, summer, winter/ watch for its changes
The Hanged Man – reverse perceptions/ sacrifice, give up control/ gain more than you lost
Death – present becomes past/ the old makes way for the new/ mourn but do not fear
The Devil – vices hold us back/ face the darkness, cut the strings/ choose grace over greed
The Tower – all stone can crumble/ catastrophic upheaval/ illusions shattered
The Star – even in darkness/ always a light to see by/ hope, faith, peace, and rest
The Moon – illusions and dreams/ realm of beauty and danger/ disorienting
The Sun – illumination/ the path ahead is clear now/ new vitality
Judgment – choices must be made/ you now reap what you have sown/ be it good or ill
The World – triumph, completion/ a time of prosperity/ a journey ending
#1614
The Fool – new chapter ahead/ change and growth, hard lessons learned/ innocent to wise
The Magician – an awakening/ inner potential unlocked/ intuition calls
The Empress – queen of abundance/ love, life, creativity/ hope springs eternal
The Emperor – seek authority/ be not rigid or too free/ concretize your goals
The High Priestess – subconscious stirring/ inner worlds of dream and thought/ secrets and shadows
The Hierophant – spiritual guide/ personal philosophy/ the wealth of knowledge
The Lovers – facing a choice/ do not make it hastily/ union and balance
The Chariot – conflict approaches/ face head on, emerge stronger/ discipline’s triumph
Justice – the scale of Ma’at/ all things weighed impartially/ balance will return
Temperance – kinder than Justice/ all things flow in harmony/ seek a balanced heart
Strength – rage and pride can kill/ harness strength with composure/ rein the beast within
The Hermit – do not resist change/be at peace with time’s turning/lone introspection
#1611
#SaveHannibal
queer platonic love
with a side order of blood
so save Hannibal!
#1609 – Marriage Equality
victory achieved
so today we celebrate
tomorrow we fight
I could weep for joy right now, or scream, or dance (but I’m at work so I won’t). Marriage equality is now the law of the land, and though I’m sure it will still be an uphill battle to enact that law, today is a day for celebration. Today is a day to finally feel safe in my own country. To finally feel accepted. To finally feel valued, equal, wanted. To feel like I can travel outside Washington state without stepping into enemy territory. I know the fight isn’t over. It’s barely begun. But today isn’t the day to overshadow this victory with tomorrow’s worries. Today we celebrate. Today we embrace our freedom, and tomorrow we use it to keep pushing for more. We have won the battle, and we will win the war.
Only Fragments 