Why are sharpies so permanent?
Somethings just leave their mark
like when I can’t sleep and it’s
three am and
the dog wakes me up at six and
I know that’s not enough
there are so many answers
just give me coffee
understanding
Meeting a Writer at Lake Bosumtwi
When you return will you bring me a writing book?
the English was heavily accented
the face was young and inquiring
English I say
When you return will you bring me a writing book?
I heard the word clearer now and know of a request for book
any book I ask
a writing book
Are you a writer I am a writer
Then I remember that I have a small moleskin book in my bag
I bring out the book and present it to him
I hope he becomes a writer
I see him in the distance walking home with his book
We wave goodbye as I leave Lake Bosumtwi.
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