Talisman

Magic juju
charmed voodoo
safety do

Red bag
flame hag
hat zag

(supernatural protection)

Riddle#3

Jeanne’s Red Hair

Sparkle
on top:
glittering shades
of red, garnet, flame and
fire-engine screams, follicles reaching out;
a crown of royal antiquity, knowing youth, middle and old age.

(Did I get the FIB right this time?)

Musk

Musk

Musk must rise from my throat
To signal to my infant Grandson:
Grandma’s arms: your cradle.

Musk must sing-waft
Through the rink:
Swirling with my roller dance.

Musk must warm
The candle flame
That lights your skin aglow.
Chiaroscuro!

Jeanne Poland