On The Wall

A motion-less mantis poses in full regalia, possibly dead, or perhaps stunned.

One antennae wrapped around an eye must be an indication of an unseen fight.

The brightly patterned wings of this Carolina mantis are stuck in an open position.

Will it fly again?

I walked away unsure of its fate.

The next day it was gone, possibly eaten, or perhaps it recovered and flew away.

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Katherine J Krein

My name is Katherine J. Krein. I lost my father in June of 2013, and then I lost my mother in November of the same year. After they both died I went through a mind-warping number obsession that has taken me years to control. This is my story. It is now 2025. I still use this site to post some poems and thoughts. My obsession has faded, however, I still notice the numbers. Faith, hope, and love is what guides me now.

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