Len Kuntz’ most recent poem to appear here was Presents, published as part of Contributor Series 11: On Birthdays, in June 2012.

Storm Lake
By Len Kuntz

The waves remind me
of days when we would skim stones
across the flat face of Storm Lake
row boats on the far side
sun eavesdropping like a bored blister.
You said we’d always be together
and though this very water took you years ago
I am here to celebrate you,
to help you keep your solemn promise.