Monthly Archives: February 2008

aimless ambition

Posted on February 18, 2008 by jkh

Toiling in paper I struggle for air In a sea of words Books for eternity Never enough time Sleep elusive as dreams A future ever out of reach Wanting, waiting, working – what for? Aspirations, clear as morning dew Destination … Continue reading →

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computer-based GRE

Posted on February 16, 2008 by jkh

soundproof earphones hurt! clicking bubbles right or wrong – o! how will I score?

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The White Girl Speaks of Harmony

Posted on February 9, 2008 by jkh

A Poem Written in Response to, and in the Mode of “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” by Langston Hughes I’ve known harmony: I’ve known voices of brown, yellow, black, and white to lift up together  in seraphic harmony as one. … Continue reading →

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refrigerator rumblings

Posted on February 4, 2008 by jkh

I’m proudly the most worldly appliance residing in this house. Indeed, I’ve tasted more of the world than most of my brethren. From creamy cheesecakes topped with succulent sweet strawberries in the New York style, to the savory and spicy … Continue reading →

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an over-crowded mouth

Posted on February 2, 2008 by jkh

Out of place he stands rigidly at attention Alone, shunned by the others like him A tooth incompatible with my mouth My secret shame hidden behind my lips Yellow dingy and discolored, too far Out of place for the toothbrush … Continue reading →

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