http://slow.writerscafe.org/Michalih The original writings of author The Poetry of Michal (Mitak) Mahgerefteh en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776015544 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 About the poem: I often go on short hiking trips. this poem was inspired by a hard up-hill trail at Crabtree Falls. I am not much of a nature poet but I gave it a try, here. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195943/ About the poem: this poem was written after a photograph. Artist unknown. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195941/ About the poem: this poem was an assignment about King David and one of his wives...during a Jewish writer's retreat in Washington, DC. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195935/ About the poem: this poem was an assignment about King David during a Jewish writer's retreat in Washington, D.C. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195932/ About the poem: this poem was a poetry assignment about Passover at a Jewish retreat in Washington D.C. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195931/ About the poem: after the funeral, I watched Father standing by their bedroom door. He was looking at her clothes, makeup table, among others things she left behind. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195866/ About the poem: in this poem I imagine Father at Mother's grave side...my father was a spiritual man, so I am using a few biblical and mystical refrences to the process of Death. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195864/ About the poem:I was at the hospital with Mother...she kept telling me that she see her family, God, angels. I thought it was the end...the goodbye moment. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195863/ About the poem: Father was pushed to the side...was never given the opportunity to voice opinions. he was expected to be there for Mother...no matter what. We called him The Mute. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195859/ This is a collection about my mother who battled cancer for twenty-five years and my father who was her caregiver for so many years. It is about her last days. An emotional collection. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195858/ About the poem: inspired by the idea of 40 days of isolation,like the Hebrews and like Jesus. When I wrote this poem I felt isolated...intentionally separated myself from others...looking for answers. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195857/ About the poem: I'm originally from Israel and at the time when I wrote this poem I missed my family very much...for some reason, I go back in time, in history, to birth still looking for answers. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195855/ About the poem: I often write mid-night or early morning/dawn. When I wrote this collection/poem I was emotionally disconnected...longing for answers. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195854/ About the poem: This is an opening poem for all my poetry collections. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195853/ This collection explores the intent of the written word from a spiritual perspective. The poet takes us on a mystical journey through the sacred landscape of words. Mel Waldman http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195852/ During our trip, we visited the famous central market in Marrakesh. It was an amazing experience. This poem is about the the Henna artist...a lovely experience. Enjoy. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195848/ About the poem: the sheep market was the most interesting...how the merchants handle deals/sales without contracts...but by head and hand suggestions. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195419/ About this poem: This poem was inspired by a visit to the Jewish quarter in the city of Rabbat...where my father born and grew up. Their presence still linger within the walls.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195407/ About the poem: during our trip in Morocco, we stayed at this hotel for an overnight stay. It was hard to sleep as the street below was busy with merchants and musicians...through the early morning. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195403/ “The poet takes the reader on her poetic journey “home” to Morocco...The scent of food and drink wafts up from the pages, all in context of travels, bazaars, and observations of this vibrant culture." http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Michalih/1195399/