Left of Gandhi

Sittin’ to the left of Gandhi
Peaceful intentions and all

Honolulu Zoo behind me
Girls playing volleyball
Beautiful ocean

Yet, the world burns in more ways than one

My wife in the water, with beautiful fish

I love it here

Yet, the world burns

The cardinal I just fed bread is thankful

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Louis Marvin was born in Burbank, raised hell in Phoenix, now living in bliss on an island with his wife and daughter. He’s been published in collections, online, in print, in music, as a mini-play, and has recited where the Gin Blossoms played in Tempe.

[image: Red Crested Cardinal – Kauai, Hawaii]