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Category: Poetry

The main focus of this blog is poetry. I share some of my poems, drafts or excerpts. More often that not, I rewrite or edit to publish them somewhere else.

Poetry

The Night is Quiet

Posted on 07/24/2022 by Khaya Ronkainen

The night is quietand stealing kisses is the gameI play only with you.

Poetry

This is Country

Posted on 07/17/2022 by Khaya Ronkainen

Hoppers chirpBees hum Fostering speciesFlowers bloom Cotton cloudsBlot the sky Breeze waftsThe sun shines Noon whispersAsserting calm Tractor distractsA wader s...

Poetry

Wilderness, My Friend

Posted on 07/10/2022 by Khaya Ronkainen

We share load in my rucksackand agree, no need for bells and whistles We assist each other navigate difficultiesand agree, anything can be accomplished We quenc...

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