Poets: Welcome to My Plog
It started as a blog, but the poet took charge. So, now, it’s a plog.
Poem's spark, they nudge,
Kindling words and warming hearts,
Soothing grief that rips and scars.
Grounding thoughts on gentle taps.
Tapping thoughts planted deep and firm
On public bookshelves where all can learn.
Stretching pasts into unseen futures,
Blooming words into infinite stories.
Storied shores lit by beacon,
Inviting drifting sailors to foreign lands,
Pointing spirits home through shared sight,
Blinking welcome eyes in darkest nights.
2025: A Year in Review
This past year, I spent more time revising than publishing new work on TheOtherKLM.com. The result was modest but encouraging: a 4% increase in visitors and a 7% increase in views over the previous year. That matters to me because I want this site to grow and last.
The biggest surprise came on June 26, when traffic jumped more than 4,000 percent, mostly from Germany. Germany! A mini viral moment. A sneeze. Someone shared my work, and it spread. Here’s hoping a little more of that kind of magic finds its way here in 2026.
Most Viewed Posts
These were the most viewed pages of 2025. With more revisions than new posts this year, I’m glad they still find readers.
Resources for Poets
Whether you’re just starting or returning to the craft, poets benefit from strong resources. Explore online workshops, curated prompts, and tips for revision. Sites like AllPoetry and Duotrope connect poets with contests and publication opportunities. A little guidance can unlock powerful lines waiting to be written.
What You Will Find Here
This site is where I record and reflect on what’s on my mind. I write poems, experiment with words and form, share ideas, and try to make sense of things through language. If someone else connects with any of it, that’s a quiet kind of gift. I’m just doing my best to keep showing up with words.
