Pendant Watch (An Open-Field Haiku)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: I decided to invest in a new watch after my digital one basically fell apart a while back. On a whim, I wound up getting a pendant watch, and it kind of made me realize how long it had been since I’d physically worked with the type of clock that

A Moonlit Lore Gathering (Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: This piece was inspired by the fact there is apparently a group of people somewhere around my area who love to gather and hold a contest to spin their own folktales once a year, somewhere out in the desert. In addition, I just love the way stories can grow, get

Sweet Words from a Reader (A Haiku)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: One of my favorite things about being a writer is the way a written work can brighten the lives of other people. This haiku is based off a comment from someone who was very generous in their praise, and it has stuck with me ever since then. On that note,

Windy Reflections (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: Inspired by the fact that it’s so easy to envy others, when everyone is actually amazing in their own ways.] There are times when I envy the wind—                     swift                      wild                   forceful        invisible         yet free             to explore                  here             and there                         quiet              and able                 to enjoy            the scenery        

Night Sky Petunias (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: Based on a type of petunias bought as a Mother’s Day present. Learning about the wide variety of flowers that exist throughout the world is always an eye-opening experience, but Night Sky Petunias are now among my favorites. They are truly cosmic blooms.] I am glad to make your acquaintance—

Ode to Kalimbas (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: I picked up a respect for music boxes and snow globes from my mother, who still loves collecting them whenever there are any room on my parents’ shelves to hold them. Their melodies have followed me over the years at odd moments. As such, it was wonderful to learn about

Wolfwalkers: A Tribute Haiku

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: This haiku was inspired by Cartoon Saloon’s Wolfwalkers, which takes place in Ireland and tells of people whose spirits or consciousnesses are able to wander around in the form of wolves when their bodies are asleep. It is a beautifully done film. Have you heard or seen this one?] Their

Between the Pen and Paper

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: Writing is an extraordinary gift. I love getting reminded of how the most mundane objects around us can be used to do anything from remind us of moments in our daily lives to take us on imagined adventures. It’s incredible. What are your favorite writing tools?] A pen               and paper

What We Can Imagine (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: Inspired by all the wonderous journeys our imaginations can take us on, and the works that can result from them.] Have you ever wanted to walk between the raindrops amid a storm                                slide down the arching slide created by a rainbow                               disappear into the liminal spaces cast by

A True Companion (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: My cat and I have settled into a comfortable routine, where she often joins me as I work on different projects at my work desk. It is comforting to have her so close, and it actually helps me to get more done.] She slips into the room each morning