FlatDaddy : Writing

I Know Why I'm Here, How 'bout You?

I Know Why I'm Here, How 'bout You?

A Poem by FlatDaddy


This poem is about sharing one's work aloud at public poetry readings (especially poetry "slams"), much attended, long lived happenings here in Austin..
How to Get Elected

How to Get Elected

A Poem by FlatDaddy


I wrote this some years ago, but it was never more appropriate than it is today. I performed this in various venues in Texas; it should be read/perfor..
Dead Muse

Dead Muse

A Poem by FlatDaddy


This is the first piece I have written in eight years after an accident which forced me to quit my job, go on disability and stay primarily in bed. Th..
Dark Alice Comes to Call

Dark Alice Comes to Call

A Poem by FlatDaddy


Sometimes pain itself is a disease.
Big Brothers

Big Brothers

A Poem by FlatDaddy


Family is so important to us all, perhaps even more so when they are not there.
Green

Green

A Poem by FlatDaddy


Another performance piece; it's all about the money, Jack. (caution: raw language)
Rat Revelation

Rat Revelation

A Poem by FlatDaddy


Ever have an epiphany after reading a newspaper article? I did -- right into the most basic, carnal nature of man.
Last Rights

Last Rights

A Stage Play by FlatDaddy


A monologue, delivered by a man who has just lost his best friend. A deep, dark story of horror and loss. Not for the young ones.
Ode to Blue Haired Ladies

Ode to Blue Haired Ladies

A Poem by FlatDaddy


Ever wonder why those blue haired ladies driving monstrous cars down the highway never seem to collide with anyone? Here's the answer.
To My Daughter

To My Daughter

A Poem by FlatDaddy


I wrote this for of my daughter-to-be, read at a gathering in her honor at a downtown Austin music, poetry and theater venue, attended by and starring..

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