Poetry by Charlie Zender

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Matriarch Mona
Towing an unruly dozen Her children, their lovers. Their wriggly whelps and pulpy larvae, We heel-licking hip retinue. Mona's bosom, heavy worn cushions Embrace her coddled young. Transgenetic nourishing springs of this lush primordial mother.

Paia, Maui April 10, 2007