Musicians spend their time practicing scales, working out chord progressions, or warming up their voices for concerts, trying to match musical notes to the rhythm of words..
My my ... I like the structure of this poem a lot, Kate. And the journey you take us on seems "True." I value that the most I think. Thanks for sharing both the poem and the new-to-me publication.
I love the image of a stream-born trout making its way to the sea -- and beyond -- as a metaphor of a lifetime. At least, that's what I saw! Such beautiful images and the wonderful tactility of your word choices. :-)
More, More!--of Kate Sullivan...Read her regularly in Substack...
Thank you, dear John.
My my ... I like the structure of this poem a lot, Kate. And the journey you take us on seems "True." I value that the most I think. Thanks for sharing both the poem and the new-to-me publication.
Thank you, Beth. We all do flow through many streams, eddies, pools in the course of a life. Glad you enjoyed the flow!
I love the image of a stream-born trout making its way to the sea -- and beyond -- as a metaphor of a lifetime. At least, that's what I saw! Such beautiful images and the wonderful tactility of your word choices. :-)
Oh thank you, dear Jean. You know how it goes, sometimes you wonder why do this writing thing. Feedback like that makes it all worthwhile!!
Terrific news, not only for you but for rest of us.
How lovely to hear from you, BettyJoyce! I hope you’re writing away and doing all things creative!