Cynthia Anderson

Near Miss

In the vacant lots where I always walk, alone among desert scrub and boulders—three strangers, white-haired, deep in conversation. I hesitate. Walk toward them, or away? Toward, I decide, in a moment of bravado—but, as I approach, they veer off without seeing me.

spring migration
the snowbirds
just passing through

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About the Author

Cynthia Anderson has published 12 poetry collections, most recently Arrival (Sheila-Na-Gig Editions, 2023) and Full Circle (Cholla Needles Press, 2022). She has lived in California for over 40 years. See more of her work at  www.cynthiaandersonpoet.com.

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