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ISSUE NO. 6

December 2024

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Poetry

An Ode to Tree Hugging

By

Simon

Simon writes from Cessnock Prison in NSW.

'Lonely Tree' by York, acrylic on canvas, Boom Gate Gallery

In the past, I laughed at tree huggers,

Sandalwood-scented hippy buggers.

But all that hatred was ill-fated

Now that I'm incarcerated.

‘Coz I've had a chance for my mood to settle,

After six long years in a sea of metal.

I know the second that I'm free

I'll go straight up and hug a tree!

In the past, I laughed at tree huggers,

Sandalwood-scented hippy buggers.

But all that hatred was ill-fated

Now that I'm incarcerated.

‘Coz I've had a chance for my mood to settle,

After six long years in a sea of metal.

I know the second that I'm free

I'll go straight up and hug a tree!

How to Make Bannoffee Pie in a Secure Unit

By Garth

A sweet treat using buy-up staples.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

1 MIN READ

I Am Tired

By Anthony

Tired from being told what to do. I am tired of love, tired of being deemed guilty, tired of my own remorse. I am tired of my own self-doubt, my own shadows and especially tired of my own face.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

I Hate You, Crystal Meth

By Mackenzie

Hate’s a strong word, but for you it’s reserved. I hate what you’ve taken from me, my parents, my childhood and my glee.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

1 MIN READ

Twelve Years Trying to Patch Up My Soul

By Abynei

My blue eyes look so drained, but I’m strong, I’ll make it through.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

1 MIN READ