Many thanks to Susi Bocks for accepting these five micropoems. I am happy to be included in The Short of It. I hope you will visit the original post to like, and to possibly leave a comment.
Peace and blessings!

Pressure
she sits on the sea’s floor
shaped by the world
above it–changed forever.
the workers of ancient
tongues sift through
her words, chanting
their dismissals.
the pressure from centuries
ago labels her again
and again.
is this the chosen path
home or not?
The Brave Girl Knoweth Not
enchanting winds sway
over the clandestine clouds
she speaks of hard times
the chosen few laugh
behind her back, valleys shift
to the hills of life
brave girl knoweth not
of love or impending storms
she prepares for pain
Good Dog
good dog sleeps alone
savors the sunlight of morn
drifting into dreams
human loves her more each day
Mother Nature gifts them peace
Winter Knocks But Isn’t Allowed Entry
Temperatures tank throughout
the day, mimicking winter blues.
We shuffle along in life, wrapping
our bodies in extra clothing.
We are layered for bitter chill,
the calm…
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Wonderful poems, trE. I just left a comment on Susi’s blog. Congrats on having your voice shared.
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Thank you so much! I appreciate you, Ali!
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Congratulations for being included in the collection, Tre!
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Thank you, Mags!
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Always a pleasure, Tre. 😊
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Wonderful writing, trE! Bravo!!
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Thank you, Michele!
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My pleasure, trE!
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Great collection. I’m especially feeling the winter one. I started today at 21°F.
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Whew! That’s a cold one, Peggy! And thank you!
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So happy that you’re a part of The Short of It family, Tre!! Beautiful thoughts. ❤
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Thank you kindly! I am truly happy, too!
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🙂
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Nice ❤️ I was published in the inaugural issue of the short of it 😀
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Thank you! And congratulations!
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You too. Susi was one of the first bloggers to follow me
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