Let’s acknowledge that DREAD is in the air. It just seems to be part of life these days, and at times, it is for a specific reason. But I do believe that together we can stave off PANIC. No, really, I am certain of this. What’s that you say? You haven’t a clue what to do next? Drawing a BLANK in the moment is normal. I have learned not to attach too much meaning to it, and rather say THANK you – that the empty moment is just another way of processing and is actually quite necessary. Hold my hand, will you? And together, we can walk into the SHANK of the night a little less afraid.

Georg’ann

Moving now into the DEPTH.
Reality of an isolated fact,
a single clue that takes us
no closer to solving the puzzle.
The escape room keeps us
staring at indecipherable bits,
with confused panic.
Release me to an easy CHAIR,
wrap a SHAWL around my torso
like spiritual arms.
I’d SHANK the guard to be free.

Heather