St. Paddy's DayA Poem by Einstein Noodlethis is week four of my class assignment .. it relates to http://www.writerscafe.org/writing/green444/1947407/ a free verse form of the same thoughts ;)She sat by the fire old crone Smoke weaving stone into runes Rope spun farther than the ancients of Dál Riata and Fergus Mór "You know what diseases you can get?" "Yes" My Da gave me the sex talk. Nervousness and guilty shame all Catholic on me He never talked much. An Gorta Mor One million gone to the dirt and one million more dispersed the diaspora We live in America now and St. Paddy's Day celebrates the drink, the excess Corn Laws and the Troubles all behind Oh the green holds true .. the isle, the shamrock and flag
© 2017 Einstein NoodleAuthor's Note
Featured Review
Reviews
|
Stats
735 Views
14 Reviews Added on August 22, 2017 Last Updated on September 5, 2017 AuthorEinstein NoodlePork Rind, AKAboutThis morning as I began to log in to WC, it occurred to me what an inspiring and comfortable place this has become for me. There are so many talented people sharing, encouraging, teaching and learni.. more..Writing
Related WritingPeople who liked this story also liked..
|