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Poetry by Tirzah Mason: Marching Orders

Our creative community is strongest when many voices are heard. If you feel inspired, please consider submitting your own work to The Reading Observer.

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Poetry by Richard Perry: The Mural

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Poetry by Richard Perry: Darkness to Light

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Poetry by Richard Perry: A Message From Her

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Poetry by Richard Perry: New Year, New Hope?

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Poetry by Richard Perry: Christmas 2021

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Poetry by Richard Perry: Winter Winds

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Poetry by Richard Perry: Hungry…Homeless…Why?

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TRO Editor 12/3/25 TRO Editor 12/3/25

Poetry by Richard Perry: Cleaning The Closet

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Poetry by Richard Perry: The Quiet

Every poet has a beginning, and for Richard Perry, this poem was the spark. What started as a single moment of inspiration has blosssomed into nearly 300 poems composed over the last four years. We’re honored to present the piece that lit the fuse.