The Bluestone Review Spring 2022

Magic By Staley Lyle Behind this curtain lives a magical place A world full of wonder and light! With the flick of a switch, And a hush from the stage, Makes way for a wonder-filled night! There’s nothing that’s quite like the theater, the stories and History old. With a few simple words, and some tables and chairs, new adventures and tales will unfold. Shall we live in the moment, forget what’s outside, and be whisked away for a time? There is much to be learned, Much wisdom to have And all gleaned from a playwright’s design. The scene has been set, The players are too, Act one, Scene one, lets begin!

Dawn By Ed Fisher Eyes Raise; Fog Lifts; Day Dawns, Without Consult, Before Invite. Ice Melts; Memory Fades; Dream Lost; Beyond Recovery, Past Mourning. Chin Lifting Heart Pounding

Body of Prayer By Ed Fisher

Head Bowing Eyes Closing Lips Muttering Neither Woeful Nor Frightened Knees Bending Back Rocking Hands Raising Both Humbled And Grateful Ears Straining Face Smiling Chest Rising If Pardoned Then Reborn

Feet Trailing Either Living Or Dying Amen

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