The deadline is rapidly approaching for the December 13 Art of Poetry event at the Hickory Museum of Art. Stop by the museum and get inspired, then submit your creation(s). Details can be found at https://artofpoetry.net/2014/10/27/annie-nikbakhts-reflected-afterglow-ii-after-wolf-kahn-and-december-aop-details/

Lemon Squeeze II by Wolf Kahn, oil on canvas

Melissa Hager
BI-POLAR
after “Lemon Squeeze II” by Wolf Kahn

Faced foe in daily battle,
the other side threatens
certain dominion. Depending
on the day, moment –
lemon zest or inky
depths. Constant stream
of advice, counsel, divides
euphoria from the dark.
Victory belongs to no one.