Paul waits for Blake Biegler in the dusty field behind the school. Biegler is ten minutes late. He pokes his fingers through the chainlink, staring beyond the suicide barriers toward Golden Lakes. The ... [+]
After a lifetime of writing technical non-fiction, Alex is fulfilling her dream of being a poet. This poem was inspired by her sister's long search for the perfect match. Alex Grehy's poem, "Would Like to Meet (WLTM)," was originally published in Short Édition’s August '19 Rendez-Vous.
What can you do When your mother states "You're on the shelf, Past your sell-by-date"? Say, "Gee Mom, thanks, But I'm happy as me." She sighs, teary eyed. You give in; say, "We'll see." How about a night on the town? High heels and fizz; buy a new gown Sore head, sore feet, Call a taxi, sit down. How about a dating app? Personal profile to complete, Tell a few fibs, a makeover too "Is that really me?" No! Press "delete." How about a lonely-hearts ad? A dollar a word, "reduced to clear," Just the place for a bargain date, Simple, anonymous, not too dear. "Single lady, loves cats,WL