Pleased to share “Listening,” some new words of mine now live at Feminine Collective, an excellent literary publication featuring writers exploring “humanity, raw and unfiltered.” I hope you enjoy the read and can take some time to explore the many other fine contributors therein, connecting in some way, shape, or form Founded over a decadeContinueContinue reading “Listening – New Poem”
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Musings from the Show Me State
Some musings from a recent trip to the Show-Me State. You know, back in 2016, when things started to get dark in the world, I felt I had to lean into the best side of what America offers, and certainly the arts have to be somewhere at the top of the list, music and pioneersContinueContinue reading “Musings from the Show Me State”
All the Feels
So, my son Jude graduated from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida a year ago today (5/19/24). He majored in computer programming degree and alas, the job market in that field began to slow, even before the orange scourge. So, he came home, sent out applications, worked at McKay’s, played his guitar, hung out withContinueContinue reading “All the Feels”
Earth Day
Snaps and words fromthe Earth Day celebration at Centennial Park in Nashville, April 19, just behind where we were lined up protesting and the cars were a-honking in pro-democracy affirmation. It was a beautiful day and people were picnicking and throwing frisbees and in one case, flying a kite. I thought about all the goodContinueContinue reading “Earth Day”
Melting – New Poem
Pleased to share a new work of mine, “Melting,” just published at Feminine Collective, a stellar lit publication featuring writers dealing in “humanity, raw and unfiltered.” Founded a decade ago by writer/model Julie Anderson, FC’s mission is “dedicated to empowering, enlightening, and entertaining its audience through the dissemination of distinctive stories, poetry, and prose thatContinueContinue reading “Melting – New Poem”
Doug Hoekstra 