Inspired by Theodore Roethke’s ‘My Papa’s Waltz’ He joined the family waltz The day that he was born; With playful somersaults, Toots ringing from his horn. He balance stepped with Life, His “corner” on his left; Tunes sweetly played by fife, His fingers small and deft. Twirled then towards the right, Suddenly out of breath; […]

Life, or: Death

Advice for yet another next “New Bob Dylan”, if you wish to save your immortal soul, and your vocal chords, from certain oblivion; Don’t drink! Don’t smoke! Don’t go riding the dragon, like Daenerys Targaryen. Or that painted lady from the brow of the Super Brain. Don’t flirt with Queen Mary, who is just like […]

The Next New Bob Dylan