Robert L. : Writing

A Self-Study

A Self-Study

A Poem by Robert L.


The cloud-dripped follicles on which you walk---The scalp of the earth both muddy and soft---You talk in tones clever and arabesque,Your ruthless visa..
What to do when the lights go out...

What to do when the lights go out...

A Poem by Robert L.


Seems simple enough, right?
Welcome to My World

Welcome to My World

A Poem by Robert L.


“Welcome to my world,”Says the poet to his page,“Like a boulder being hurled,On you I’ll write my rage.”A shepherd&rsquo..
Choreography in the Carpet

Choreography in the Carpet

A Poem by Robert L.


The slithery curves in the carpetFrom my seated perspective seemTo be an ordered pirouette Graphing from some ballerina’s dream.One view may yie..
Our Father Sees Every Sparrow Fall

Our Father Sees Every Sparrow Fall

A Story by Robert L.


“Don’t be late for lunch, Sheridan,” she called after the young lad, as the screen door squeaked and slammed shut. “I won&rsq..
The Friend

The Friend

A Poem by Robert L.


Eloquent words, veiling and hollow:He shrouds my ears and consciousness.In sinful mire I do still wallow:Searching for truth in darkness.
The Hot Air Balloon

The Hot Air Balloon

A Poem by Robert L.


It gently floats through the inferno
To the Teacher of a Young Child

To the Teacher of a Young Child

A Poem by Robert L.


A true story and its broader interpretation...