April 2018 – Phil Cline

Fresno State

April 26, 2018 by philcline in Bill of Rights / Blog / Cline on the Constitution

I have followed with interest the discussions regarding hateful tweets concerning Barbara Bush by a Fresno State college professor. As expected the President of the College declined to do anything. College presidents across the nation are not exactly distinguishing themselves with displays of courage and leadership no matter how embarrassing the conduct of their staff […]

The Old Stone Bridge

April 25, 2018 by philcline in Blog / Literary Writings / Short Stories

The Old Stone Bridge It had not been a good morning. As Nick approached the narrow, single lane, bridge, he slowed his pick-up and pulled to the side of the road. He opened the door, slid off the seat, let his feet hit the ground and walked out onto the dirt shoulder of […]

Impatient of the Dawn

April 25, 2018 by philcline in Blog / Poetry

Impatient of the Dawn No new lease for the cabin in the wood, No replenishment for the lake At the bottom of the hill, No more apple slice Slipped between my lips, The taste crisp, crunched And savored like dew drops From a branch’s furthest tip, Only the lonely slap of my […]

Month: April 2018

Fresno State

The Old Stone Bridge

Impatient of the Dawn