DP 292 feminist heaven
what does it look like
and who can get in?
critical questions for
a feminist heaven
who will be the doorkeeper?
more likely Cerberus
Isis Oya Kuan Yin
than old St Peter
it will have trees birds
running water there will be
no fear of footsteps behind
even in the darkest places
cafes and shops will be open
to companion animals
familiars dog friends
all creatures great and small
a feminist heaven
won't be a dull place
we will argue and challenge
take one another seriously
there will be poetry music
and the most fantastic art
sportswomen will do their best
jump high run and swim
nights at the theatre
days of acrobatics and song
the best books will be in
the free library
what does it look like
and who can get in?
critical questions for
a feminist heaven
who will be the doorkeeper?
more likely Cerberus
Isis Oya Kuan Yin
than old St Peter
it will have trees birds
running water there will be
no fear of footsteps behind
even in the darkest places
cafes and shops will be open
to companion animals
familiars dog friends
all creatures great and small
a feminist heaven
won't be a dull place
we will argue and challenge
take one another seriously
there will be poetry music
and the most fantastic art
sportswomen will do their best
jump high run and swim
nights at the theatre
days of acrobatics and song
the best books will be in
the free library
Right on! I love the ideas behind this poem.
ReplyDeleteI especially love the free library... for the wonderful books you've published over the years
ReplyDeleteI think it's manifesto season
ReplyDelete... and we definitely need a manifesto section in the anthology!
that's a great idea!
DeleteThis made me feel happy Susan.
ReplyDeleteTerrific poem and a great place/space - both safe and creative.
ReplyDeleteI want a ticket there! On Red Cone's train towards change! Get me there! :-)
ReplyDeleteSo do I!
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