Alice and the Ashes

Alice and the Ashes

A Poem by Desert Knave
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(For an old friend)

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She was quite fond
Of the ashes
And loved the fast
But the sackcloth
She did detest
For it was always
Her Sunday best
When for a Mass
She was dressed


Jim Lonsdale Poetry 2025

© 2025 Desert Knave


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Desert Knave
Ash Wednesday

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Desert Knave
Desert Knave

Phoenix, AZ



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I am in my mid-60's, a manic-depressive, seldom impressive, often recessive poet who loves the ocean, rain, the desert, and playing with rhyme. I am a native Arizonan, a Virgo, and a hair metal fan an.. more..