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How Can I Write This Poem?
In order to write this poem, I have to be ready
I can't start too soon, My left hand must become steady
I'll have to open my mind Wide and as free as a bird
but not just any:
I must be able to imagine cool, moist air tugging slightly on the wispy, sensitive tail-feathers of a peregrine falcon as she swoops towards her prey from a rocky cliff on the shores of the calm Hudson river with gentle waves lapping softly against the shoreline
My mind must be free
So I can find And so I can bind
Those words that make such lovely sounds To this humble sheet of paper.
Until then, I won't be
Ready.
I can't start too soon, My left hand must become steady
I'll have to open my mind Wide and as free as a bird
but not just any:
I must be able to imagine cool, moist air tugging slightly on the wispy, sensitive tail-feathers of a peregrine falcon as she swoops towards her prey from a rocky cliff on the shores of the calm Hudson river with gentle waves lapping softly against the shoreline
My mind must be free
So I can find And so I can bind
Those words that make such lovely sounds To this humble sheet of paper.
Until then, I won't be
Ready.
Published 30th May 2011
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28th Aug 2011 2:48am
First time to read you..so far I am intrigued by your style, I have read three... there are seven..nice number. Hope more follow. Intrigue is always a strong force.
on the serious.. I did like this very much, I kind of floated while reading it...good imagery.
on the serious.. I did like this very much, I kind of floated while reading it...good imagery.
7th Mar 2012 3:21am
This was an incredibly delightful comment to read... Thank you for your feedback it was much appreciated!
