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The Morning After the Day of

John Wise

Moments exist

when the mundane

inspires awe


the way sunlight stretches

and yawns

in early canopies,


            the lilies-of-the-grave

            carry in their roots

            the dust-of-your-soul.


            Moments exist

            that leave us dishevelled

            and well-dressed.

AUTHOR BIO

John Wise is a middle school English teacher living in Florida. Whether writing on his own or when working with his students, he promotes writing that is deeply rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and the sheer joy of creating. John has poems published in Midsummer Dream House, Teach. Write., Wingless Dreamer Publications, and Disjointed Lit.

JUDGE'S REMARKS

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​Poetry Judge

Allison Field Bell

Allison Field Bell is a multi-genre writer originally from northern California, but currently living in Utah.

MORE ABOUT ALLISON

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