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Contemporary Poetry
contemporary poetry refers to poems written in the present day that reflect modern themes, experiences, and language. It often explores a wide range of topics, including identity, society, personal struggles, and cultural issues, while breaking traditional forms and experimenting with structure and style. Contemporary poetry seeks to capture the essence of current life and emotions, resonating with today's readers.


Phases of Rain
Arizona sun in cloudless skies made me yearn for rain. But, when the rain came the clouds mutely dumped buckets pooled into rivers...
Lit Liz
Jan 31 min read
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Uproot
I’ve pulled myself out of the dirt, naked roots stripped by wind. I reached back for the familiar earth, but my arms became weak in that...
Lit Liz
Jan 31 min read
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Spoken Word
Why do I perform spoken word? Because… for ten minutes I have everyone’s attention. We all share this experience together, a temporary...
Lit Liz
Jan 31 min read
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People Pleaser
You won’t see me, unless I do enough. But, enough isn’t a solid accomplishment. It’s a moving goal post, stretching me father and farther...
Lit Liz
Jan 31 min read
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Listlessness
Sucks calcium from the bones. Seeps from the mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cells. My body, an energy deprived exoskeleton, wishing...
Lit Liz
Jan 31 min read
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Making Friends as an Adult
As as child, making friends was easy. Ask someone to play a game, and then you’re best friends for life. As an adult, I flutter from...
Lit Liz
Jan 31 min read
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