Monthly Archives: February 2013

In Memory of Clear Nonsense

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

My masterpiece Written By pure accident Birthed By frustration And a hint Of warm tequila I went wild Possessed By a Jabberwockyian spirit Creating words That made no sense And every sense I finished I presented I was stunned Applause … Continue reading →

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Curse of the Artist?

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Yesterday’s poem ‘All Mine’ got me thinking about the superpower of the artist. I’m talking about imagination, creativity, or whatever else you want to call it. This is the ability that an artist has to pull something out of the … Continue reading →

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All Mine (I Guess I’m in a Poetic Mood Today)

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I stare across the void Cracking my knuckles And grinning like a fiend Prismatic fire ripples Across my arms Held in front To conduct my symphony Raising mountains And sinking seas I make the warming sun To bathe my world … Continue reading →

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The Liebster Award

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Thank you to Muse Writer for nominating me for The Liebster Award.  It’s always nice to get something like this because it means somebody likes my blog and it allows me to spread the word of other blogs that I … Continue reading →

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Why is the Artist Tortured?

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I know I should keep writing my drama novella, especially since I spent the morning running errands.  Sadly, I couldn’t find a Pumbaa doll for my son who wants a warthog, but the Disney Store just got a plushie shipment. … Continue reading →

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Fantasy Standards

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Noble thieves and evil priests Damsels in distress Champions chosen by ancient gods Given weapons rare and keen Wizards brewing within tall towers Sorceresses casting into roiling cauldrons Elves and dwarves at endless war While orcs batter at the doors … Continue reading →

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The Battered Marionette

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Multiple puppetmasters Each yanking on a string Ignoring the yelling From the bleeding puppet One says up One says down Another tries for round and round The puppet cries For release and hope Smacked on the floor To silence his … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

As per my wife’s request, I am reblogging the ‘Husband Perspective’ posts that I’m doing for her Postpartum Depression blog. Please read and follow to her blog to read her thoughts.

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Who’s In Charge Here? (Also, some rambling)

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Well, I just hit a point in my drama novella that means I will probably be done by the end of the week.  A few characters have decided to come out entirely different than I wanted them.  Sucks when the … Continue reading →

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How To Do a Giveaway? Seriously, I’m Stumped

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I see a lot of authors doing giveaways when their book is out, but I’m not really sure how to do it.  For one thing, I’m not poor, but I’m in a situation that requires watching every dollar.  For another … Continue reading →

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