Helping the Wounded Children of Gaza
BY LORI SCHREINER.
In response to Samar Abu Elouf’s New York Times photo
Shardomae for the Children
BY THERESA SENATO EDWARDS.
In response to "Helping the Wounded Children of Gaza"
Injury
dirge: frightened boy leans
against cold
stethoscope.
Pressing lightly, man listens
to his grief. When hurt,
to sit still
is movement. They cry
for parents,
toys in graves.
Little girl shrouded by hue
until heartache breathes.
Lori Schreiner is a social worker, writer, and painter. Her writing has appeared in The Best of Write Action No. 1 and 2. Her paintings have been shown in New York City, The Windham Art Gallery, and other local venues in Vermont. In addition to her creative pursuits, Lori supervises the children's program at a community mental health clinic in Vermont and is currently a member of the Brattleboro West Arts Association. Her website is www.lorischreiner.com.
Theresa Senato Edwards has published 3 poetry books—1, with painter Lori Schreiner, winning The Tacenda Literary Award—and 2 chapbooks. Nominated twice for a Pushcart, once for Best of the Net, and once for Best Small Fictions, Edwards is also owner, publisher, & EIC of American Poetry Journal as of April 2025. Her website is www.theresasenatoedwards.com.
Theresa Senato Edwards has published 3 poetry books—1, with painter Lori Schreiner, winning The Tacenda Literary Award—and 2 chapbooks. Nominated twice for a Pushcart, once for Best of the Net, and once for Best Small Fictions, Edwards is also owner, publisher, & EIC of American Poetry Journal as of April 2025. Her website is www.theresasenatoedwards.com.