Monthly Archives: August 2014

Pride and Governments

Posted on August 29, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

I’ve done a lot of thinking over the years about systems of government and I’ve come to one conclusion: they ALL fail to one extent or another. Why do they fail? There’s a myriad of reasons; surely, some are specific … Continue reading →

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What Will Never Be Known

Posted on August 20, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

She shuffles flat footed on her clunky feet, trousers dragging at the back a leash in one hand attached to one round white poodle. Tail wagging following every step she takes, every step an adventure. One hand pushes the shopping … Continue reading →

Posted in alienation, Apathy, belonging, Community, Contemplations, crime, Depression, family, Health, homelessness, mental illness, Poetry, Politics, poverty, psychotherapy, Respect, Responsibility, Social/Political Commentary, Uncategorized, Wellness | Tagged compassion, devotion, discrimination, elderly, homelessness, police, poodle, poverty, rain, suitcase | Comments Off

Half The Woman

Posted on August 10, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

I don’t remember if I said goodbye to you at all. I was away, so far and living the dream, a sordid tale, the novella you would abhor. You, who had the sweetest heart in later years, your thick glasses … Continue reading →