Mark Toney Poet Rhyme

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10/5/2026

 

I read Line Gauthier's poem, "Silence is Violence," last night and was inspired to write this poem for the challenge.

 

This Week's Poetry Challenge: Childhood Place

Write a poem about a place you remember from childhood.

Rules

Poem should focus on a childhood place, real or imagined.

 

Challenge Dates: October 5, 2026 - October 11, 2026.

 

Home Fires Burning

She noticed her son flinched at her touch
       Mommy, why does Daddy yell so much?
Your father works hard for us, and his days are long
       But he yells all the time – what did I do wrong?
We need to try hard not to make him mad today
       Okay, Mommy, I'll try really, really hard, and I’ll pray

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