Campaign 2016

Yes, we traveled north again, spending time at the cabin. A welcome break from all the political hype which only intensifies as the election looms closer. I admit I watched the first debate between the presidential candidates, but the substance and rhetoric underwhelmed me. It seemed to be only more of the same. I doubt if I will tune in future debates.

The peace and quiet of the cabin, on the other hand, was a delight. I am so thankful that retreat exists.



Campaign 2016


Pushed into the political funhouse
without a way to dodge

d I s tor T e D mirrors of half-truths

Twitter BLASTS of hot air

a revolving barrel of he said/she saids

undulating            of negative
               walkways                ads

and a two-story
                        slide of
                                     innuendoes

I search for the exit sign
spot it blinking dimly,  w_e_e_k_s  away.

The clamor of glad-handing clowns
swallowing my sigh.



Marilyn Aschoff Mellor