By David Kirkwood
"It just started coming out-by itself "
From the mind of a lifelong laborer comes a collection of poetry and prose that is as raw as a sanded wood grain and as profound as a coma-induced epiphany. David Kirkwood doesn't write for the "adult children" or the easily offended; he writes for the stragglers, the workers, and the seekers.
Following a life-altering battle with COVID-19, Kirkwood found himself driven by a "thinky thing" that wouldn't stop pouring out "automatic writing." The result is Skribbles and Bits-a journey through the daily traumas of the working person, the absurdity of corporate life, and the existential mysteries of the universe.
Inside this collection, you'll find:
Eruptions of the Unseen: Raw, unfiltered thoughts on life, death, and "sexy tables."
Blue-Collar Haikus: Short, sharp observations from the warehouse floor and the "microbial community" of humanity.
Existential Musings: From the "Turtles all the way down" theory to the irony of a "pristine skull" waiting to mock a medical student.
Whether you are looking for a moment of therapeutic reflection or a "horrid, terrifying delight," these poems offer a view of the world from the boots up. It is a voyage of self-discovery, a baring of the soul, and a reminder that even in the grind of the "grinder," there is beauty, humor, and love.
Step into the glare of nowhere. The gift is still being given.
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