Cari Berlin

Cari Berlin (pronouns she/her) began writing poetry and creative nonfiction at 64 and is surprised to have discovered how much she enjoys it. About a year ago, she picked up a poetry and essay collection at a local Oklahoma City bookstore and, to her delight, found that it was accessible. She has noticed her taste in poetry is much like her taste in wine. She enjoys pieces that are a little sweet, a little fizzy, and easy to swallow, like a good Moscato.

“What Do They Say About Honey,” “Pray for Rain,” and “To Be Carefree”

I can catch more glares with vinegar, more tsks
and shakes of the head, which is not
what I was going for,
I’m sure,
when I stepped to the front of the line.