Krazines

11/08/2024

Call: ENVIRONMENT, Theme of the Month Response: AS IS by Mimi Peterson These words are intended to present a graphic flow of thoughts - to promote notions of desolution and chaos, to imply order and everyday mundane, to warn that the decomposition of ideas by individuals leads to life-death cycles - to prevent the decline of this fertile environment. As Is…...

Call: ENVIRONMENT, Theme of the Month Response: AS IS by Mimi Peterson These words are intended to present a graphic flow of thoughts – to promote notions of desolution and chaos, to imply or…

10/08/2024

Thanks to everyone who has subscribed to our bi-monthly, online newsletter, A Moss Piglet Primer. The newsletter offers insights into our artists and authors, promotes upcoming themes for our print publication, tells about our history, informs on items we're curious about (in arts and literature and culture) and think you might find interesting, too. Read our August 1st edition here: https://johnblonerjr.substack.com/p/reminiscing

08/08/2024

We cannot resist calling our October edition of Moss Piglet, "A Whale of an Issue." We're hoping you set out on your personal Pequod to hunt for the perfect poem, story, essay, or piece of visual art that you would then submit to us. Our theme is "Moby Dick." You've probably heard of it. On the surface, it's about a nutty old sea captain who is seeking to find and kill a white s***m whale. Oh, but the book is so much more than that. Even if you haven't read the novel, you can still contribute your visions of the world's oceans, its marine life, and the South Seas (home to cannibal/harpoonist Queequeg). You can find an image or a poem just by looking at one page of the book; it's language is so very rich. Send your submissions to us at [email protected] by Wednesday, September 4th.

04/08/2024

Welcome to OBSERVATIONS by Mimi Peterson. I am honored to be Racine's newest Writer-In-Residence #17. Thank you Art Root for your advocacy of the Arts and Humanities; your support of the WIR program; your positive influence throughout Racine. Thank you to the inspiring - and aspiring - creative community. Each week while I occupy the WIR platform, OBSERVATIONS will present thematic materials to make meaning out of the relational aesthetics between words and images....

Welcome to OBSERVATIONS by Mimi Peterson. I am honored to be Racine’s newest Writer-In-Residence #17. Thank you Art Root for your advocacy of the Arts and Humanities; your support of the WIR …

30/07/2024

Our August issue of Moss Piglet (with its theme, Tools) ships soon to subscribers and contributors. Thanks to all who contributed to this edition.

16/07/2024

The July 16th edition of A Moss Piglet Primer, Krazines' online newsletter has been published.

Or Having a Beef With John Adams

07/07/2024

We're accepting submissions for the September issue of our art and literary journal with its theme: The 1970s. Where were you in this decade? An adult, teen, or child, or just a glimmer in someone's eye? Send your submission by August 7th to [email protected]

21/06/2024

I may not understand you in your totality but I feel your energy as if you are a part of me I know you are a part of me Because my deepest desires and deepest fears that I do not dare to speak out of my mouth but in the secret chambers of my heart, you make it clear Clear for me to see and witness your miraculous ways…...

I may not understand you in your totality but I feel your energy as if you are a part of me I know you are a part of me Because my deepest desires and deepest fears that I do not dare to speak out …

15/06/2024

Some people fake it until they make it Then, when they make it They forget to take the mask off

Some people fake it until they make it  Then, when they make it They forget to take the mask off 

07/06/2024

I wanna be where there wildflowers grow Free and unbothered Growing without restrictions Invisible to the naked eye It takes a certain appreciation to be able to see the beauty of the wildflowers Unintentionally planted by man but spiritually planted by Mother Earth Representing collective consciousness and how we can be different yet thrive together Creating a beautiful harmonious world for each other to grow…...

I wanna be where there wildflowers grow Free and unbothered  Growing without restrictions  Invisible to the naked eye  It takes a certain appreciation to be able to see the beauty of…

06/06/2024

Call for submissions for the August 2024 issue of Moss Piglet. Our theme for this edition is Tools. Send your submissions to [email protected] by Wednesday, July 3rd.

21/05/2024

They say time flies when you’re having fun and slows down when you worry. Pondering on this, I have a theory. What if time is nonexistent and the saying is actually relative to how you actually feel and the frequency that emotions resides on? To my understanding (and beliefs), emotions are energies in motions. Feelings flowing through the mind, body and spirit....

They say time flies when you’re having fun and slows down when you worry. Pondering on this, I have a theory. What if time is nonexistent and the saying is actually relative to how you actually fee…

16/05/2024

The mid-May edition of the online newsletter, A Moss Piglet Primer, is here.

Introducing Linda and Dan D'Amario, the Dynamic Duo from the Pacific Northwest

13/05/2024

Should I stay or should I go Tell me please I need to know Your harsh truth has brought me to my knees Would you be so kind to set me free But if you’d rather have me stay There’s a few things we have to convey I’m not trying to change your ways Healing our bond will make my day However if our love has gone to astray I’ll just continue on my way

Should I stay or should I go Tell me please I need to know  Your harsh truth has brought me to my knees Would you be so kind to set me free But if you’d rather have me stay There’s a few thing…

02/05/2024

Call for Submissions to the July issue of our art and literary journal, Moss Piglet. Send us your visual art, photos, poems, flash fiction (up to 1,000 words), essays, and comics. Deadline is Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Send submissions to [email protected].

01/05/2024

D'ya think ya can dance? The new issue of A Moss Piglet Primer, a newsletter for the Krazines community of artists and authors, is here, promoting the call for submissions for our Dance-themed issue and offering other artsy news, tidbits, and travelogue, too.

Even With Two Left Feet

30/04/2024

The May issue of Moss Piglet has arrived with cover art by Mary Bamborough. This issue will be sent out soon to our subscribers and contributors. Thanks to all who shared their art and writing for this edition.

29/04/2024

I asked God for a sign, a sign to inform me if my prayers were being heard. I felt like I had a lot going on but no creativity. Aside from my daily routine of waking up, praying, affirming myself, working, building healthy relationships with family and friends. I’ve been showing up to be present for my community. Showing up to practice my craft....

I asked God for a sign, a sign to inform me if my prayers were being heard. I felt like I had a lot going on but no creativity. Aside from my daily routine of waking up, praying, affirming myself, …

17/04/2024

Monsters in the dark Scared of my spiritual light The audacity

Monsters in the dark Scared of my spiritual light The audacity 

16/04/2024

The new issue of our online newsletter, A Moss Piglet Primer, is available now at Substack.

And When There Isn't, Why Not Make One Up?

09/04/2024

Summer, the season when the earth smells good. Beaming rays from the sun makes my skin tan and warm. Sunkissed for the backyard BBQ birthday celebration. Gathering with family and friends, laughing, exchanging stories, and dancing into the night. Deep breaths as I pause and take a moment to look up in the sky and see a beautiful cluster of stars shining down reminding us to make a wish....

Summer, the season when the earth smells good. Beaming rays from the sun makes my skin tan and warm. Sunkissed for the backyard BBQ birthday celebration. Gathering with family and friends, laughing…

04/04/2024

Let's celebrate the wee things, the big items in small packages, the small wonders around us (and inside us). Call for Submissions for the June 2024 issue of Moss Piglet art and literary journal. Our theme: Small Wonders. Due date is Wednesday, May 1st. Send your art, photos, poems, essays, flash fiction (up to 1,000 words), and comics to us at [email protected].

02/04/2024

You’ll come into many truths throughout your life Constantly changing your mind Shedding old skin and old beliefs Endings and beginnings, beginnings and endings Cycles of sleep and awakenings Nothing is good or bad, that is what makes life a journey and a mystery An experience and adventure Lose yourself, find yourself, reinvent yourself as often as you need to…...

You’ll come into many truths throughout your life Constantly changing your mind  Shedding old skin and old beliefs  Endings and beginnings, beginnings and endings  Cycles of sleep an…

26/03/2024

Our April 2024, "Being Green" themed, edition of Moss Piglet is shipping to subscribers and contributors later this week. Cover art by Bill Karberg, painter, sculptor, and jewelry-maker from Port Edwards, WI. Aren't yet a subscriber? Head to krazines.com for choices of 3, 6, or 12 month subscriptions.

25/03/2024

“Know the unknown, hear the unheard, see the unseen.” -Author unknown An affirmation to stay in alignment with The Divine Holy Spirit Of The Most High God, YAH. When you surrender to the life force that is flowing through you naturally, that is when you can know the unknown, hear the unheard, and see the unseen. You transcend beyond your physical being and the limitations that your mind has been programmed and subjected to....

“Know the unknown, hear the unheard, see the unseen.” -Author unknown An affirmation to stay in alignment with The Divine Holy Spirit Of The Most High God, YAH. When you surrender to the life force…

17/03/2024

My very first essay entry was for the D.A.R.E program. A program that was introduced into the schools to inspire the youth to refrain from drug use and violence. I was in the 5th grade attending North Park Elementary School in Racine, WI. Even though I was a child, I felt like it was my area of expertise since I had hands on experience of being exposed to drug use, violence, gang activity, partying… all of the things that comes with that lifestyle....

My very first essay entry was for the D.A.R.E program. A program that was introduced into the schools to inspire the youth to refrain from drug use and violence. I was in the 5th grade attending No…

09/03/2024

09/03/2024

I dreamt that I was walking down the halls of an unfamiliar school. The school may have been unfamiliar but the way that I carried myself in my pupil days was not. I’ve always had a big spirit, but growing up I didn’t always know that or know my purpose or how valuable it was. I just knew that I was a popular loner....

I dreamt that I was walking down the halls of an unfamiliar school. The school may have been unfamiliar but the way that I carried myself in my pupil days was not.  I’ve always had a big spiri…

29/02/2024

Fumbling around in the dark Fighting faceless monsters Collecting scars like badges That tells stories of repeated lessons Or flawless victories Desperately trying to find light To be able to see what battles are ahead The pressure of wanting to be seen, heard and understood Without trails and obstacles in place Building character by learning from the pain I mean the rage…...

Fumbling around in the dark Fighting faceless monsters  Collecting scars like badges That tells stories of repeated lessons  Or flawless victories Desperately trying to find light To be …