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DUAL CITIZEN

DUAL CITIZEN

I am writing you
this missive

conscious of the tiny
devil on my shoulder
winged like a bat
trying to
get my poem
to parrot
    the rhetoric
that just steams out
of his mouth
hot Nuremberg style

meanwhile, the other
entity meant to balance
this duality
    (put stuff in equipoise
to reflect
a Gemini moon)

creature angelic but
in semi-
state of rapture
leaving me to my
own
   (and demonic devices)
as it flutters below
the ceiling chasing
                          less
than celestial light

and so, here it is, a
text which
          could have been
more measured, produced
better
    individuation

come to your reckoning, I guess
you will be caught
in
   and between,
unsure
    of where I stand
and where
      to put your feet

remember the truisms about
lining and cloud
       (Blake’s
little imp)

silver where leaden
but all manner of danger
should
       they beam pure gold

I tell you this
            with heart undivided
yet
   complete dual citizen

AND FEEL

AND FEEL

they told me to write
fill
the page

I wrote and
I wrote

but the page
kept getting longer

tried
    wtiting in circles
writing into
the mirror

but it
did not really help me

I wrote
and I wrote

page
     keeps getting

longer

they told me to
write what
I see
     and feel

NEITHER

NEITHER

what happens
happens

look at this poem
it may go
one way
may go
another

I may take it this way
you may take it that

both of
these roads considerably
less-travelled

only chance of us ever meeting
will be on
    a road

neither of us picked

ROLL

ROLL

rolled my eyes
during your poetry reading

tried my best
but could not help myself

kept thinking of
a ballroom waltz but
the dancers on
rollerskates

with the skates themselves rusted
and long strangers
to oil

as a whole, not the rock
and roll linguistic gig
I had been
    anticipating

as a whole, the sum of each line
as a part
        considerably less
than a hole

HERE!

HERE!

here’s my poem
do
   what you will
with it
have your wicked way with it

enquire, explore,
immerse
               yourself

see what you can fathom
look for what you can find

but
     what is this here

submarine-like, shark-
like
    meeting you as you
submerge

moving like
a machine

dreadnaught of the deep
words
       to probe you
as you sleep

AQUARIUS RISING

Aquarius, an air sign ruled by Uranus, symbolizes innovation, originality, and a deep sense of individuality. Those born with Aquarius as their Ascendant possess a unique perspective on life, often challenging conventional norms and pushing the boundaries of creativity. This revolutionary spirit permeates their poetry, infusing it with a distinct rebelliousness that captivates readers.

Individuals with Aquarius Ascendant are known for their intellectual prowess and analytical thinking. Their keen observation skills enable them to perceive the world from a detached standpoint, allowing them to engage with abstract concepts and convey them through their verses. This detached viewpoint often lends a sense of objectivity to their poetry, making it thought-provoking and inspiring.

Furthermore, Aquarius Ascendant individuals are renowned for their humanitarian nature and their passion for social justice. They possess an innate desire to bring about positive change in the world, and this altruistic inclination seeps into their poetic works. Their verses often tackle societal issues, shedding light on injustices and advocating for equality and freedom.

The Aquarius Ascendant also imparts a touch of eccentricity to a poet’s personality, resulting in unconventional and avant-garde artistic expressions. These poets are unafraid to experiment with form, language, and imagery, pushing the boundaries of traditional poetic conventions. Their works may incorporate surreal elements, vivid metaphors, and unconventional structures, captivating readers with their innovative approach.

In conclusion, the impact of the Aquarius Ascendant on a poet’s personality is profound. It infuses their poetry with a rebellious, intellectual, and humanitarian spirit, while also instilling a sense of uniqueness and eccentricity. The poetry of an individual with Aquarius as their Ascendant is a reflection of their unconventional worldview, challenging societal norms and inspiring readers to question the status quo.

SPACE

SPACE

what is different
         about this space?

its peaks, its valleys

white
    noise, grey silence

the windows and doors
with their secret codes

(beg me, beg me
     I may well tell you)

now you have read everything
every smidgen of text
visible or in-
visible

tell me what you have come
to comprehend

so far we
      are from the grand muftis
and great principalities

together in collusion
syllable by syllable chipping away  at
    their stark foundations

sliding door moment for
those believing in change

contriving a space here
where we might

stockpile empathy
dole out kindness
              dish to whom-
soever
is in dire need

shelter is needed
shelter is necessary
              
             the song could
not be

clearer on this

come! Let me sing it for you,

     then
              (change in
tone

different key, switch in
                         pitch

and so let us
now adopt the pose
of silence

contemplate the world
(if any) beyond
this poem

this poem’s afterlife

so to speak
so to spreak

having this very moment
spoken space into existence.

SLIP

SLIP

sorry

I was writing this poem

and my pen
slipped

the text
spilled

       all over
the place

ruining our
time together

wrecking our date

feel I need
to underline, bold font,
how
   regretful it all
is

how embarrassed I feel

took out my
      pen to write these words

construct
     an apology

and the damn pen as
pens do
       went all Derrida on me

FIXING

FIXING
“where I’m wrong, I’m right”
The Beatles: Fixing a Hole

let’s
see what
we got here

check if
there is a hole
if so
   how to
fix it

if not
why not?

poem need
the right kind of holes
(where would
we be
   without holes)

just jokin’
poem got to be
fun
   poem got
to be serious

we had some
fun so
   let’s go
serious

switch of a sudden
turn on dime
between
   fun and serious

truth to power: break
in through the back
leave via
    the front

do your dreadlock goldilock
thing
   have your Gulliver
child’s play
                   turn it
          all
upside
      down

seems like you serious
but
    can we be
sure to
    be sure

that last line
     gleams wickedly, such
a look in your eye

and eye need
           the light

how else
delight?

bend those bars in
before out

     your light coming in
your light
going out

       see here: a VOICE

in with

       a shout