BJ Ward: First Thanksgiving
A chair was never emptier
than on the first Thanksgiving
after my father died.
James Wright: Trying to Pray
This time, I have left my body behind me, crying
In its dark thorns.
Michael Simms: Our Father who art in flowers
Our Father who art in me
You are the One I love
The One who hurt me
The One who seeks the truth
Zenobia Jefferies: Don’t Trash Thanksgiving. Decolonize It
Despite the holiday’s false origin tale, we can celebrate with our families in ways that honor those whom the day originally dishonored. Ultimately, within our families and communities and schools, … Continue reading
Laure-Anne Bosselaar: Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving today. Soaked with sleet. No sun for six days — six is the Devil’s number. I have looked through this window, at these American skies for 5 times 6 … Continue reading
Gerald Fleming: A Thanksgiving Prayer for America
Lord, let us first ask you to bless this table: for the weight of the feast it must bear. As you know, Lord, we have lately had an election in … Continue reading
