The Loose Leaf Journal
The Loose Leaf Journal
Sneak Peek
neverending storm
by Wybie Santiny
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the neverending storm,
cascading bullets.
pitter patter, pitter patter
upon the wet concrete.
newborn ocean—you are barren of life,
i taste gasoline and cigarette smoke in the air.
the centipede writhes within my skull,
uncaring of the thunder,
though the lightning is a beautiful sight to
bear in the light gray expanse of sky. the
grass weighed down by gravel, rotting
driftwood table,
pitter patter, pitter patter
from the pipeline waterfall.
swarm of flies find sanctuary in my
skin, and it smells of dirt and smoke, it
does. i wonder,
mother nature, who do you cry for?
About
The Loose Leaf Journal is an online literary magazine that seeks to publish works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and the occasional book review. Each publication aims to promote the works of writers at any stage in their journey and foster an appreciation for literature in all forms. We enjoy works of all genres, though we’re particularly passionate about environmental literature. Any questions regarding submissions can be found under submission guidelines.
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