I love to hear her laugh,
belly bubbling
throat clutching
outrageous chuckles.
It starts from deep inside
then fills her eyes
with a merriment that must be shared,
unimpaired
by self imposed restriction
or inhibitions
demanded by our adult role.
We join her in her laughter,
forming a curtain,
her defence against the world.
My grateful thanks to Maria and Tom M. for liking my poem.
RBK. John, Trevor and Stephen - also to Aisha, Holden, Yanma and Naomi, I appreciate your gift of flowers.
Tom and Rolph, Thank you for your very kind comments.
Great powerful work Flyntland. 👍
Mon 17th Feb 2025 14:57
Dear Flyntland,
I just wanted to take a moment to express how deeply moved I was by your poem For Annie. The way you captured the purity and joy of laughter is so beautiful. It’s rare to see something so genuine and unrestrained, and your words truly bring Annie’s infectious spirit to life. I was especially struck by the way you highlighted the contrast between uninhibited joy and the constraints of adulthood. Your writing reminds us of the power of shared laughter and its ability to shield us from the world’s challenges. Thank you for such a delightful and thoughtful piece!
Regards,
Rolph
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Hélène
Sat 22nd Feb 2025 15:08
A splendid, captivating poem. Makes the reader want to hang out with Annie and her pals.