Tag Archives: haiku

Strip

Posted on April 17, 2019 by John Biscello

In a whitehot flash, the map of one’s life exposed– Many roles, then fade.

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Foot to Mouth

Posted on April 16, 2019 by John Biscello

It’s less a fetish and more of a — I’m sorry, what was I saying?

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As Within

Posted on April 16, 2019 by John Biscello

Softly, so softly, the world converted itself to cite how she felt.

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Solar Passive

Posted on April 16, 2019 by John Biscello

As if luring us to become one with the sun– Melting optional. (Artwork by Edvard Munch)

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Three Cheers for Charlie

Posted on April 16, 2019 by John Biscello

Happy birthday (April 16th), Charles Spencer Chaplin! Slapstick’s trinity, a monotheistic gag– Salvation’s last laugh. The Great Dictator? Charlie, in jest, plants his foot– no ass too big. Winter, starving clown, no disciples to be found– this, the … Continue reading →