May--
Melody
I've heard wind chimes tingle softly
Irish tenors from across the sea
Mantovani conduct a symphony
I've heard violins sweet and exotic
doves coo in the rain
babies giggle as they learn to run
There is one sound sweeter
I hear it when I head for home
and mother calls my name
Gerald McBreen is the Coordinator for the Striped Water Poets of Auburn, WA. They host an "open mic" every first Monday of the month. He is Poet Laureate of Pacific, WA. (2009-2015) His most recent award - winning the online Cover Letter Contest for July, 2014 - River Styx. He loves to see members of the Striped Water Poets advance and get published.
Hi, Gerald, your poem is very beautiful........and touching. Sheri
ReplyDeleteHi Gerald, I really enjoyed this piece, it really spoke to me.
ReplyDeleteA very nicely written tribute to your mother, Gerald.
ReplyDeleteHi Gerald. I enjoyed "Melody." A very nice write and tribute. Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!
ReplyDelete-MJ (www.tgbtgpublictions.com)
I know these sounds. You conclude with the one most timeless.
ReplyDeleteYou have given me a pleasant sound to hear, what a joy it is!
ReplyDeleteHi Gerald...I enjoyed reading your lovely poem & the sounds you described so beautifully! Best wishes, Chris~
ReplyDeleteYou have described these sounds so well and hit a universal chord with your closing line.
ReplyDeleteWonderful words you share
Sincerely
Suzanne
Thank you, Gerald McBreen, for the following--
ReplyDeleteAnd please thank all the poets who responded to my poem
"Melody" in the May issue.