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Burd lurking

I've been exploring birding lately, by attending various organized walks with my friend Laura. I've been carrying a monocular, which fits nicely into a bike jersey pocket. I love how I can watch out for birds while doing other outdoor activities or commuting. Recently, I'

šŸ“… Stanza: Non-Binary Opening Reception and Reading at Push/Pull, April 18

I'll be reading "A blurred arboreal" and wallflowering at Push/Pull's upcoming Stanza: Non-Binary zine opening on April 18th! Please come say hi, hear poets read their works, and look at art! RSVP here on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/events-at-push-pull-ballard/events/300060835

Snack Spin

This poem was written using words collected from perk point codes on my friends' receipts during dessert bike rides. šŸš²šŸ§ Words from those receipts are in bold. Adjusting cables for smooth shifting, clicking helmet straps, and we're ready. Let's rollĀ  to dessert! Watts fueled byĀ  treats

Karuta and Memory

My journey with kyougi (competitive) karuta isn't something I've written about yet in this space. Back in August 2022, Erin had me watch the pilot episode of Chihayafuru, an anime she'd been trying to get me to watch for several years. While I was

Wool Gathering

Critter comforts carried in layers. EncapsulationsĀ  of homeĀ Ā  on the road: A ramble of snoozing catsĀ  recordedĀ  on fur-fleckedĀ  leggings.Ā Ā  Polyester and nylon whisper through downpours, venting outĀ  a steam of sweat.Ā  Mud-splashed time traveler wearing the gritĀ  of several placesĀ  at once.Ā  Wool retains heatĀ  even when soaked, retains

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