Rurality: Poetry from Beyond the City Lights

J. R. Cleckler graduated from the University of Alabama with a bach- elor’s degree in history/English, with a minor in political science. A planned future in academia was set aside, and many years in retail ensued. The recent events with the pandemic provided the time and opportunity to pursue a dream of writing. He is the father of two wonderful girls and the husband of a beautiful and supportive wife.