Chris Peasley is a locally known freelance writer, whose work has appeared in such publications as Writer's Journal and Tiny Lights. She moonlights as a Hospital Chaplain and Librarian. She lives with her husband, two children, two dogs, two cats, two ducks and a chronic mental illness. She is blessed with many excellent friends.

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There's a swallow slide
when day departs
lining steps with echoes
feelers on skin
driving a wedge to reason
lifting the dolt to grand
imaginings day can never claim.

Copyright © 2001 by Christine Peasley