The fish fly
The lighthouse shines
We are pacified
Peaceful as children looking at the moon
It is all so magical she says
You have to look up to see
The world turns whether you want it to or not
Shall we take tea?
That sounds good
Rich, sweet and filling
We have cakes and sweet meats
No Hatter or dormouse
The Red Queen did not speak today
It hurt us
We like when she waves and smiles
She said she watches me
Even if she does not speak
I search her out
Look for her distinctive hair
Her lithe body
She has an accent
We notice that
We have not spoken today
Unsure if we like the silence or not
The lighthouse hums
The flying fish flap
Life has its signs and rhythms
Long may we wonder its course.
Oh, this is delicious. It isn't clear how much of this is external and how much internal, but that's the beauty of it. I especially like the accent and the silence, in contrast and complement. Bravo.
ReplyDeleteThe first six lines tie in so well with both the illustrations.. something peaceful, and secure.
ReplyDelete"She has an accent/We notice that/We have not spoken today/Unsure if we like the silence or not,".. this is so potent!!
ReplyDeleteI love "peaceful as children looking at the moon." I know that silence when one doesnt say a word all day. I have days like that. But I am friends with the silence. I love that the Red Queen watches even when she doesnt speak. I dreamed up Pup early this morning. I realize that maybe he is watching, too.
ReplyDeleteAnother delightful piece of writing Jae, I really loved it.
ReplyDeleteThat is so Alice, to have flying fish! I love the idea of a pacifying, humming lighthouse and the lines:
ReplyDelete‘It is all so magical she says
You have to look up to see
The world turns whether you want it to or not’.
This is delightful...rich in images, sounds, and a sense of magic.
ReplyDeleteThis is exquisite! Strong lines and visuals.
ReplyDeleteOh I love this ... love how you capture the inner world of your being
ReplyDeletethat balance between insecurity and that which comforts us. Wonderfully unique
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