Venus on the river
cresting Ben Franklin,
taut lips melt into a smile
for unknown reasons.
reversal of fortunes?
instead of inspiring consumption
then supplying the means,
let’s hand out the cash,
praying that they’ll spend it.
depending on u(.)s(.)
fear in the market;
world economies falter
all because of us?
scorpio 3
formal rituals
are unnecessary to
divorce from your past.
in control?
frantic conductor -
is he directing music
or waving for help?
either/or
challenge injustice
or be resigned to joining
its conspiracy.
Stevenson’s diagnosis
injustice suffered
is humanity’s burden;
we are all victims.
injustice suffered
is humanity’s doing;
we are all culprits.
original artwork
the card below was sent my way by a fellow Modern Letter Project correspondent (with artwork apparently designed by her fiancé)

cancer 10
simple compliments
are just a breath away from
expressions of love.
black book
creative impulse 2
the need to create
pervades me like a virus
turning out my soul.

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