W. Barrett Munn : Writing

A Few Observations

A Few Observations

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** The family that lived in the wrecked empty car were driving too fast for the curve. Flying is the safest mode of trav..
Counting Starlings

Counting Starlings

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** Once you've become a starling counter it's impossible to not look up. The crick in my neck is evidence of my devotion to duty as..
The Red Bikes

The Red Bikes

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


Once again my editor-in-chief Ken e Bujold helped me see the flaws in earlier versions.
The Dismal End of Autumn’s Glory

The Dismal End of Autumn’s Glory

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


Thanks to Ken e Bujold for lighting my way.
modern haiku

modern haiku

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


no exact syllable count
Fresh Footsteps

Fresh Footsteps

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** Walk with me, Mary, while I move the cattle to the north pasture where the grasses are sweeter, and we can m..
Old Boats

Old Boats

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** The old graying boat needs paint, it's once white sides chipped and faded. The oars green from moss. The air is sti..
(A-60) Night Visitor

(A-60) Night Visitor

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** Knowingly, I grasp the unknown, in full knowledge there is no way to hold to my illusions. Or are my illusions delu..
Continuity in Colors

Continuity in Colors

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** The polar vortex has finally passed,andI'm able to sit outsidein the sun.The patio chair is warm beside the roundglass table with its..
Scientific Methodology

Scientific Methodology

A Poem by W. Barrett Munn


*** Hunched over, the cuff of your lab coat stained blue from the dye on the slide that you’ve stared at far too long, ..