Posted by Serena Peretz
Stark images. Virulent quotes. Intensities of expression across social media platforms and lunch tables alike. A jaded comment sits on a Facebook post. A sharp retort forms, a reaction in the making. All of the agitation, and yet the problems remain.
A clear sky. Heavy humidity from the Maples’ transpiration. The song and countersong of songbirds from high up in the canopy. A calm, steady peace, arising from just this.
How can I advocate for change without agitation? How do I bear witness without ranchor?
Independence
begins in a heart and mind
calm and quiet
move from the double-weighted
without losing the root
for COLLEENโS 2019 WEEKLY #TANKA TUESDAY #POETRY CHALLENGE NO. 134 #SYNONYMSONLY
Real Toads’ The Tuesday Platform ~ Questions Of Travel
Poets United Midweek Motif ~ Poems to weather uncertain times
Frank J. Tassone 
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