Category Archives: Free Poetry

Of cats and birthdays.

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Deborah J. Brannon

Today is my thirtieth birthday, and that definitely feels odd to type. I don’t feel thirty years old, nor am I sure what thirty is meant to feel like. My day began with errands (emissions test, tag renewal) and exercise … Continue reading →

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Mortal Desires

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Deborah J. Brannon

“Mortal Desires” by Deborah J. Brannon “I seek mercy! I seek absolution!” I offer neither. “I seek love… I seek peace…” I can be both. “I fear you! will run!” I will follow. “I am weary. I await you!” I … Continue reading →

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Exhalation

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Deborah J. Brannon

“Exhalation” by Deborah J. Brannon I walked down the path though I was frightened –a thousand smoke-colored birds flew up startled (a sudden exhalation) and I thought that must be what terror looked like in the hearts of the great. … Continue reading →