Tom Friel : Writing

We Remember, John

We Remember, John

A Poem by Tom Friel


We remember the very instant, where we were, what we were doing. How we heard, how we ached. We remember the news reports, the photos, forever..
Dolls In The Attic

Dolls In The Attic

A Poem by Tom Friel


Dolls in the attic Rocking chairs that move Old records begin to play Creaky stairs, dogs that fight A farmer bailing hay Candles in the air A ..
A Tasteful Torte

A Tasteful Torte

A Poem by Tom Friel


With cuts of beef and sauces made, this evening’s surprise would now be made. A torte most delicious, divine to the taste. Skillfully meas..
Old Love Letters

Old Love Letters

A Poem by Tom Friel


Old Love Letters Romantic In so many ways Especially when they are found By accident Old love letters Can say so much Just holding the lett..
Guilt

Guilt

A Poem by Tom Friel


Such a powerful drink This chalice of shame Sipping one's blood In God's ancient game Kneel in your sin Bow to your Lord Unanswered prayers Res..
Old Friend Grief

Old Friend Grief

A Poem by Tom Friel


Old friend grief, here you knock again. So familiar your knock, who now do you send? Kindness mixed with sorrow; warm casseroles, soft bread. Co..
Peedee

Peedee

A Story by Tom Friel


Peedee, once again, was in one of his moods. Maybe it was all the nuts he’d eaten. Maybe he was just bored.Closing his eyes he continued to su..
Here They Come Again

Here They Come Again

A Story by Tom Friel


The gods came to me again last night. At least I’m hoping that’s what they were.Those demon types scare me, especially the two-legged ki..
A Different Drummer

A Different Drummer

A Poem by Tom Friel


I’ve been posturing my position perhaps a bit too much. Undoubtedly more than most, perhaps my thoughts a crutch. Surely I could have done..
Teacher of the Dark

Teacher of the Dark

A Poem by Tom Friel


There’s evil In the air tonight Young virgins Kiss the sun goodnight Be not perplexed By your reflex A natural act By those repressed L..