The Absence of Wavelength

Untested Melody

don't want to be too
sing-songy

avoid the stunted syllables
grinding out

each unsubmitted manuscript
that light these pages
unseen by the main

don't want to be alone
pitchy singing

avoid the top of stunted chords
grinding melody

each retracted utterance
could light still hearts
unheard by that main

untested but willing
singing in rain showers
puddle splashing, hopping
over hearts inside windows
in my yellows like spring
sop-wet with the sky's tears
for a little man inside
unloved by her

who'll not be
if I don't get outside
a foggy dream
get seen, heard and loved.


12.11.22