The bats in the sky and I
silent observation in the night
A dusted blue indigo sunset
A bat in the sky and I.
First hefty spring bug
Rises from the grass-
Slowly, drowsily.
Bouncing in the balmy air.
The wind-combed winter grass
Became the blonde straw.
Two bats in the sky and I.
The sinking Sun paints "Goodbye"
With a scattered stroke of a cloud.
Three bats in the sky and I.
Two circling each other.
A dragonfly, so close to my face-
Will the bats see it?
Four ducks carry their song South.
A paintbrush,
Dipped into the velvety darkness
Of the forthcoming night,
Spilled four inky drops
Onto the young canvass of the spring sky.
Four bats in the sky and I.
About the Creator
Salomé Saffiri
Writing - is my purpose. I feel elated when my thoughts assume shapes, and turn into Timberwolves, running through the snowbound planes of fresh paper, leaving the black ink of their paw prints behind.
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Why Black History Matters in America?
The United States of America is celebrating their 250th anniversary in 2026. I'm proud to be an American and as someone who was born here, I wouldn't imagine myself living anywhere else. This is a country where opportunities are possible. Where anyone can be successful in anything they desire to do. Equality, community, and togetherness are the backbones of what America is and should be about. However, we have an administration who wants to erase and disregard those who have made positive, meaningful impacts in our country, specifically Black figures, such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Maya Angelou. President Trump and his administration have been constantly complaining and fighting against what they call the "Woke agenda". They use this excuse as a distraction from other issues they refuse to address, such as the high cost of living, climate change, and inflation. That equality is dividing America, when in reality, it's bringing us together. Being woke is not tied to a specific political party. No matter where you stand on the political spectrum, you can still care about other people and their plights. Compassion and empathy for others isn't tied to a political party, either. We were taught as children to treat others the way we want to be treated and not judge others because they're different from us. Caring about others isn't a personal attack on your beliefs. It doesn't make you any less of a person. People who are easily offended over African American figures, past or present, or anything related to it, are grasping at straws. Current and future generations need to know who people like Harriet Tubman and Shirley Chisholm were, especially in the classroom. Black History is part of American History. It should be recognized, not hidden or forgotten. Besides, you can't shield children from everything, just because your feelings are easily hurt.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 4 days ago in The Swamp
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I love the rhythm and the quiet your poem evokes, Salome! Beautiful poetry!
Hi - SS - Once again very interesting as to how your Pen Bops around — So sorry that you may have thought I’ve overstepped— I had no intention to promote myself—Just thought you may enjoy some of my ‘Shorts’ ✍️— I will delete this in a few minutes as to keep it private..! Luck with your 📕 Book project! -J-
Wonderful poetry ♦️🌺♦️