THIS WEEK'S WORDS come from "Lakes Rivers Streams" by Michael Dickman: fish, tap, lamp, dream, roof, night, swirl, call, water, dishes, bucket, ask
tap turned on
hot water swirling
in a sink full of dirty dishes
days are past
that she can ask for help
housework is her’s only
as long as she is able
an artificial fish aquarium
with lamp aglow
helps her see her way
if she awakens in the dark
invites a restful night’s sleep
maybe a dream or two
about something on the bucket list
owls hooting in the distance
forlorn calls of coyotes
raccoons scampering
over, through, and under
to get to the overripe apples
in an overflowing bucket
inside the garden fence
opossums staggering
on feet resembling hands
across the roof
It is always a delight not having to check for the given words as they don't really matter; but to read a beautiful, observant yet nostalgic poem such as this. I enjoyed the read immensely Pat.
ReplyDeleteYou used the words seamlessly in your beautiful poem.. Clever and creative work.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Deletegreat write.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Marissa.
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