Invasion!

We here, in my lovely hometown of Cincinnati, are preparing for an invasion the likes of which haven’t been seen here for a long time — seventeen years, to be exact. Our invasion will consist of three entities, Magicicada septendecim, M. cassini, and M. septendecula, aka cicadas, in unending quantities. Deafening quantities. Underfoot crunchiness. Overhead Continue reading Invasion!

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Arrange whatever pieces come your way. — Virginia Woolf

Ode to a ant.

Meryl has a knack for rhyme: A single ant Was found today Inside my home He lost his way. I saw him there Upon my mat The kitchen counter’s Where he’s at “Oh, tiny ant” I said out loud, “What’s on your mind? So small, so proud If only I Could read your head Alas, Continue reading Ode to a ant.