Poetry, Writing

Sea Song

Many a little boy has dreamed of running away to sea. Here is one set of day dreams. The sea, the sea is calling Like the rhythm of a drum It calls each night and morning I answer, “I come! I come!” I come to find adventure. I come to sail the waves. I come… Read More Sea Song

Poetry, Writing

Guardians

From the same world as the Siren’s call poem. A bit more of a historical piece. In the woods a ring of stones Black as night, strong, alone. A portal held against the foe From other worlds and long ago. A clan there was of warriors strong Who guard the gates through ages long And… Read More Guardians

Poetry, Writing

Siren’s Call

This one’s a little darker than my usual. Something I wrote from the perspective one of the characters in my stories. Note: Literal Siren Honey sweet and sliding scales, chains of music in my mind. No salty breath or flashing tails just courtesy and wine. Every word a melody, every smile a song. A whispered… Read More Siren’s Call

Poetry, Writing

Duke of Bones

Something darker than my usual, from a current novel WIP. Do not call up that which you cannot put down. Echoes of wings and the beat of a heart Carefully set to the side. The knowledge of things now rent apart And terrors no soul can abide. A sword on his hip, as staff in… Read More Duke of Bones

Poetry, Writing

The Ash Remembers

A little something for you to enjoy The ash tree remembers what the oak forgets As time wends on and memory frets. The future is born under linden leaves And the sun reveals all he sees. Though ancient powers, great and tall Weave their plans through all in all. Still stands the hearts bold and… Read More The Ash Remembers