Monthly Archives: June 2014

“Human Cargo”

Posted on June 21, 2014 by vb guenther

The African sun burns deep into my aching back and limbs; it sears my skin, stretched taut over bones weary from gathering crops six days a week; it dries the sweat which flows from the roots of my hair to … Continue reading →

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“Ballad of the Dancing Girls”

Posted on June 4, 2014 by vb guenther

Two small girls swaying with the wind Circling throughout the trees Slowly turning hither and yon They’re dancing with the breeze. Long black hair, eyes of darkest brown No blemish to be seen. One just over, one just under The … Continue reading →

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