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

Poetry, Writing

Chains of Light

Because great troubles also contain great hope. Clash of magic and flash of steel Madness crowned by stubborn will Bright and shining hope confined A hero’s heart and hero’s duty now maligned. Deamon breath by ocean shore Chaining virtue as a power store. Shining silver against the chains Beauty and power struggle and strains. A… Read More Chains of Light

Poetry, Writing

Gates of Fairy Land

Not all the things we out grow are imaginary. Two ash trees stand, slim and tall All twined with crystal flowers A pegasus and unicorn Graze in that forest bower. The ashes’ branches curl and twine To make a forest door And through that gate, shimmering, A land beckons me once more. So many pass… Read More Gates of Fairy Land

Poetry, Writing

Star Voyage

For a boy I know who wants to be on the first manned mission to Spica. The stars are calling, calling, calling Across the sea of space and time And I am running to where they’re sprawling And I will make them mine! With my rocket wrapped around me And a sail of dust and… Read More Star Voyage