February 26 – Silence
The “mute” button pressed
Before he was born
Unable to hear the kettle’s whistle
Compete with the newsreader’s gravitas
Or the fridge door’s rhythmic chorus
Open/close, open/close.
He puts his hand on her chest
To hear words spoken
In another tongue
I am an English teacher and drummer/percussionist with an interest in literary pursuits, creative endeavours, rhythmic permutations, theological amplifications and comedic outbursts.
Here you will find my creative detritus: articles on living a creative life and writing explorations.
And other ideas I have snaffled from the papers stuck on the fridge door.
Twitter: @RevHappiness
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My collaborative epistolary novel, "Post Marked: Piper's Reach," written with Jodi Cleghorn (@JodiCleghorn) out now via Vine Leaves Press.
Come and browse through the library; there is no need to be silent.
A Fullness in Brevity - Adam Byatt 