Istanbul Literary Review - September 2011 Edition (#21)
Istanbul Literary Review - September 2011 Edition (#21)
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Metaphysical Tropics
by
John Petrolino

A place called the Toucan's nest
I found peace

Looking at the warm horizon
I see tankers disappear into the sunset

My friend sits tipsy on a stool
I have him topped off with another Chivas

I sit back
Fire up a Montecristo
And sip my espresso laced Kahlúa

Later that evening I was hit by nirvana while upon six hold

I found peace
I still see the same stars, just with less glow

Istanbul Literary Review - September 2011 Edition (#21)
John Petrolino
John Petrolino
USA
John Petrolino is the author of two collections of poetry; "Galleria" and "Congo Lights." Petrolino's poetry has been featured in various print and online journals. To read more about John Petrolino visit his webpage: www.johnpetrolino.com.
Istanbul Literary Review - September 2011 Edition (#21)