Author Archives: Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

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About Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Professor and researcher who studies science communication, particularly issues that impact American Indians. Dr. Coleman is an enrolled citizen of the Osage Nation.

Meta I, II and III

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Meta I When we dig deeply into thinking, Crack through the shell Burrow into the meat, We reward ourselves. A pat on the back But don’t stop there. Go deeper Up to your armpits, And when you are ready Take … Continue reading →

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Garden Fever

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

When I have spare moments I bike to our local garden store Thick with greenery and Tchotchkes made of brass and glass, Ornaments molded overseas To make your garden festive Like Christmas   And walk aisle after aisle Coveting the … Continue reading →

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Wahkon-Tah Haiku

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

  I pour tea into An orange cup, so petite For Wahkon-Tah, so big #30poemsin3days #poem18

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30 Poems in 30 Days

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

My weekend poems took shape on the train ride to Seattle and return, and while we soaked up the sunshine in outdoor cafes, I tried to keep up with the 30 poems in 30 days promise. Poem 15 Safe Weekend … Continue reading →

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Tastes like home

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Sometimes I buy tinned mints For travel or boredom They remind me of youthful years in England Where we would pass by the sweets shop On our way home from the train And pop in for a gander At the … Continue reading →

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The Boycott Bandwagon

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

When Bruce Refuses We Listen In refusing to perform a concert in Durham, Bruce Springsteen is using age-old techniques to hit where it hurts: in the pocketbook. When news that North Carolina legislators approved a law that enables discrimination of … Continue reading →

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Can’t you?

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

  Poem 13 Can a koan be yours If you steal it? The teacher said to think about the koan “Form is emptiness” But the teacher gave it to someone else And now I want it For my own Can’t … Continue reading →

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Poem 12

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Everything I want Everything I want is right here Right here On the glossy pages Of the magazine Where you can buy Collared shirts, Hiking trousers, Socks, Caps, Shoes, Belts, Bags.   I can become this outfitted man Tanned and … Continue reading →

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Poem 11

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Get Real Poised with a dripping pen, Lying in wait for the misstep One mistake And you’re toast.   Run for office? Vent your voice? Public shaming looms large.   You’re called a racist Sexist Misogynist Misanthrope Ageist Conformist.   … Continue reading →

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Poem #10

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Ah! To be Whole! Don’t be fooled At the free speech ploy, It’s an advertisement Through and through. Fresh breath, Smoking pleasure, Water that sparkles, All designed to lift your spirits and sell your soul. Your very self Hangs in … Continue reading →

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