Pouring tea
is a simple act
measured and rhythmic
The flow fills
...
Cry out
cry out loud
like a wounded animal
No more time
...
As the world begins to mourn
your departure
flags lowered
obituaries floating
...
I was writing a poem
halfway gone.
When she came in and said
'time to leave'.
...
To millions in Venezuela their
sun set earlier today. Never
to rise tomorrow or the day after.
I stand here with them saying
...