Tollgate on a Bridge Heading to a tollgate on a bridge, No stopping, no U turn allowed, The African drum beats rhythmically From a CD player in the car And the sun climbs shortening shadows. The river below distances further Pulleying to lift our souls. The face of the river glistens with little stars Where … Continue reading Tollgate on a Bridge
Author: yennayi
I was born and raised in the South Korea and now I live in Massachusetts for the past 15 years after having lived in many different parts of the world. I work as a psychotherapist in my private practice. I just finished writing my memoir, "Ring of Fire" and waiting to be published.
Soul’s Pulse
We are made of words. Scott Momaday Words to thoughts are Like winds to sail, Heidegger said; Keep words well-trimmed to thought Simple, honest, true Sail stays close to the wind The ship keeps her course. Common words, special words, foreign words Words of wisdom tell stories to be … Continue reading Soul’s Pulse
Good Enough
Where is the home for “perfection” Where the shame shies away Only reappears redressed In one world with love? I read burning pages of social fabrics Fraught with eloquence, elegance and eminence That my blood lacks, And the ashes of flaming soul Are still good enough To engage with the conscience Pulsating in my narrow … Continue reading Good Enough
Ring of Fire 