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Marrow Stew

J. Gossoo

By Jennifer A. G.Published 7 months ago 1 min read

Bones are coming. Crows

wait on posts, coyotes in field:

they smell nôhkom's stew.

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*Note: The word coyotes in the second stanza should be read kai-oats (not kai-oh-tees).

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About the Creator

Jennifer A. G.

🇨🇦 Canadian Writer, Painter & Embroidery Artist

♾️ Métis Nation

🎓 University of Victoria Alumna

📝 Publications: The Malahat Review, Freefall Magazine, Geist, Best Canadian Poetry 2026

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    Written by Jennifer A. G.