Jon Collins

The Spaces In Between

The Spaces In Between The spaces in between Are not what they seem Short pauses, longer moments Within which, what might have been Withers on its parallel vine A welcome scene, a sudden

He Sat at His Table

He sat at his table and stared at his coffee, it was still warm and he’d drink it as soon as he felt he’d be able to lift up his arm,

What does July look like

What does July look like? It looks like vigilance, as the smallest indication of symptoms spawns a localised lockdown It looks like local trips and long weekends to camp-outs and self-catered seaside flats

Noises Off

Noises Off Staring at an empty page Is never quite enough, though It helps control the inner rage That comes, in stages: First feeling a little rough, though Maintaining semblance of control, A

Ancient Currents

Ancient Currents Ancient currents draw lines in the flow Unseen to any but those who can know How time travels forth, following its own course Liquid space moves in place, a supporting force