“Euridice” | Alta

all the male poets write of orpheus
as if they look back & expect
to find me walking patiently
behind them. they claim i fell into hell.
damn them, i say.
i stand in my own pain
& sing my own song.

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"In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:6

3 Responses to “Euridice” | Alta

  1. Susan says:

    that is stunning.

  2. Best thing I’ve read all day…. but you do that to me frequently.

  3. Is this Alta, Madwomyn Poet of Berserkeley??? I used to know her, she wrote for Plexus!!!

    Thrilled to see her name here, Sylvia. :) you made my day. I often feel like so much is forgotten.

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