Jonathan, I'm so glad you've made this fine poem available to all those who haven't seen or heard it before. It is quite simply two minutes of what a good poem should be, and I just love the new title - which, of course, applies perfectly to yourself, being "the sweet spot in the chaos."
A beautiful trick, nevertheless. I find it really interesting to listen to a poem where I’m only really understanding maybe every fourth word. It’s like music, song lyrics I’m trying to hear.
That’s exactly how I feel about it, too. And the trick that it emulates my own voice gives me something to aspire to in my small daily Duo Lingo effort.
It is what it is.
Isn't it!
All it can be.
Or ... to be or not to be, might be the question.
What it is is what it is.
Definitely!
And ever shall be.
Haha! Ok, I give!
Jonathan, I'm so glad you've made this fine poem available to all those who haven't seen or heard it before. It is quite simply two minutes of what a good poem should be, and I just love the new title - which, of course, applies perfectly to yourself, being "the sweet spot in the chaos."
Thank you, Martin. When the book eventually comes out I hope I can take it on a tour that brings me to your neck of the woods.
If that happens, let me know and I'll give you my phone number. It might be possible to meet up for a pint! I'd really like that.
I would love that -- likewise, if you ever come to Montreal!
Even more beautiful in the French . . . 🙏💛💛💛
I wish I could take credit for it, but it's another AI magic trick.
A beautiful trick, nevertheless. I find it really interesting to listen to a poem where I’m only really understanding maybe every fourth word. It’s like music, song lyrics I’m trying to hear.
That’s exactly how I feel about it, too. And the trick that it emulates my own voice gives me something to aspire to in my small daily Duo Lingo effort.
I was in awe of your “Rs” so difficult to get that little gurgle:-)
The title and the closing lines say it all. It's a beautiful piece of writing, Jonathan.
Thank you, Rod
As you say - and celebrate - the sweet spot.
Thanks, Patris -- do you recall suggesting that line would make a good title for a collection? So I owe you a big thank you for that suggestion.
“… the sweet spot in the chaos!” YES!!!!❤️
Thank you, Viola
A beautiful little work worth remembering. And rereading. Wonderful.
Thanks, Ron 🙏
murmuration
what a great word!
i looked it up, but i knew by the sound of the word first, that it is the sound of birds together.
Ah, a lovely piece. Thanks, Jonathan!
Blessings,
~Wendy💜