Light and Dark
Light and Dark Home > Poetry > This poem Love is easy; I don’t care what they sayFalling for him happened in but a blink,I didn’t have to plan, I didn’t want to runIt was easy and I didn’t have to think Lord knows I’m a planner, a thinker tooAnd don’t stop or settle for […]
Nostalgia is the devil
Nostalgia is the devil Home > Poetry > This poem Good health is a funny thing. People wish her well, And laud and glorify her wellbeing at 93. My begrudging smile, a disguise for the things they do not know Sleepless nights. Moments rare when she remembers me. Incessant wailing and hysteria. Her […]
The fine line between ethical and unethical science communication
The fine line between ethical and unethical science communication Home > Writing > This article In 2017, researchers Fabien Medvecky and Joan Leach perfectly summed up the ethical complexities of science writing and reporting. “Science communication,” they explained, “cannot call on any ‘off-the shelf’ ethical guides because fundamentally, science communication is neither science, nor journalism, nor […]
The difference between a good writer and a great writer
The difference between a good writer and a great writer Home > Writing > This article You may have the prerequisites to be a good writer: a sound academic background, keen interest in writing and an innate curiosity to learn more. But what if your attitude is keeping you from your true writing potential? Certain traits […]
A chat with Life
A chat with Life Home > Poetry > This poem I asked friendship to stay a moment, And then begged her to stay forever She pursed her lips and looked bemused “No promises” she said, and I shudder “But what’s the point,” I prod her on, Shouldn’t memories last a lifetime? “They will,” she said, […]
Past Picture
Past Picture Home > Poetry > This poem Through narrow cracks in the wall I see A past picture of you and me An incandescent smile across your face Undisturbed, preserved in my glass case Your mysterious look, my susurration Our little game of interpretation Your calming presence, reassuring me That maybe not always, […]
The Secret of Reality
The Secret of Reality Home > Poetry > This poem I stare vacantly at the line, which I sense stares accusingly back at me. Only thirteen? I wonder out loud. But it is not the number that befuddles me. It’s the kind of secrets I’m more curious about. Are these the little white lies we tell those we love, […]
Fate, Luck and Seperation
Fate, Luck, and Seperation Home > Poetry > This poem What separates me from the voice that cries For a spare bite of my food? What separates me from the haggard hand Trying to appeal to my inner good? What fate is it that led me here Instead of a crumbly home on […]