Current Issue 2026

Begin with the basics:

           Name brand Jealousy is ideal,

           But store-bought Longing will suffice

Allow the sensation to build in your belly

filling each cranny and crevice within you, let it memorize what it’s like

           to be you.

Sift through your memories

           of better times, opportunities, and circumstances.

           This will help when it is time to proof (Prove) yourself.

Beat the seeds of doubt into this wet batter of what-ifs.

While they take root, consider your options of experience:

           Risk yourself for the sake of Want need

           Knead through a 4-course meal of action.

           Act on impulse in hopes to frisk.

When all is said and done

plate and serve with a side of anger

           or mourning

           or shame

whatever tickles your fancy.

You may eat to your heart’s content,

but will it satiate that panging hunger

infecting your insides, inquiring

           What should I do?

           How can I get it?

           When is it my turn?