Bark
gray
stri-
ations
bridge
no crossing
limb too light
a word
reaching to hold
Something
Someone
no outstretch can meet
naked
bark dressed
hidden until perfect
systems
wrapped fine tiny
not leaf leaf
fowl you
green
Fan Ogilvie
Fan Ogilvie, the second Poet Laureate of West Tisbury, lists among her accomplishments a contest in poetry for high schoolers known as Promising Young Poets, a program in poetry and playwriting in the MV House of Correction, a continuing Summer Festival in Poetry featuring readings by national and local poets, and numerous readings at various venues around the Island.
The Martha’s Vineyard Times welcomes contributions to Poet’s Corner. Dan Waters, former poet laureate of West Tisbury, will select poems to be published here. Submissions should be directed to dan@indianhillpress.com.