Cheryl Leverette · In Memoriam
Cheryl Leverette—the pen name of Cheryl Ann Dodd—was a prolific poet who drew much inspiration from the company of other writers and artists online. She died on May 27, 2019. The rest of her inspiration came from her family. For her author bio on Open Arts Forum, she wrote, "I'm a grandmother living in Tennessee, enjoying my family and semi-retirement. I love writing and poetry as a hobby and also as a learning experience. It keeps me sharp."
PoetryThe Final Love Poem
No chance for love poems now. Maybe we'll find another way to say it. I'll be so glad when it's over, when he finally…
Poetrya dog is a dog
the owner of a dog loves his dog. he gives him a name. he feeds him and waters him plays with him protects him…
PoetryWhen the will to survive is stronger than love
It's hard for me to accept things the way they are. I want to fight for what's right and fair. Acceptance is a part…
PoetryAnother Friday Night II
Rita calls. She's coming over for a girl's night-in because she likes the name of the wine— Yellow Tail. She says, I like tail,…
Poetryno reminders
the clench in my brain is like imagination on speed ghosts fly behind my back my mom's sweet white hair the door ajar her…
PoetryLet’s have sex on my birthday
Sometimes a discussion helps. Sometimes it doesn't. It won't hurt to give it a try. I could lose those 10 stubborn pounds. You could…
Poetry, ShowcaseShadow Existence and other poems
Shadow Existence On the way to work a large bird flew overhead. I wouldn't have known it was there had it not wedged itself…
PoetryInterior Decorating for the Autistic Mistress
You are obsessed with the furniture. I don't really care about the furniture. I am lucky if I get to sit on the couch…
Poetry, ShowcaseI try not to depend on anyone
hotel room in little rock there were three of them forceful drunk too angry to care whether she lived or died she swung the…