Monthly Archives: December 2023

Bang (final)

Posted on 12/30/2023 by Paul Lillie

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The Charter (final)

Posted on 12/30/2023 by Paul Lillie

There came a time when dynastic power was undermined Continue reading →

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The Shoe Shine Boys

Posted on 12/16/2023 by Paul Lillie

A tip of the hat, a wink from the window back. Would you like a foam frothy mustache? Blowing bubble gum and shrugging your nonchalance. A plaster cast of new faces. A dollar bill dropped in a tin tea box. … Continue reading →

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Becoming

Posted on 12/15/2023 by Paul Lillie

I shelter from storms and brace for the scorn Such a life as mine means getting hit with pesticides; those who would infantilize Asking for help is like burning my hand on an oven; each time a finger is broken … Continue reading →

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Raining Fire (final)

Posted on 12/09/2023 by Paul Lillie

Forest fires suffocate Continue reading →

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