Three Word Wednesday gives writers, poets and those who journal a mid-week jolt of creativity. Each week, three words are selected; you create something with the words. Then come back and post a link to your contribution.
Obituary, a notice of a death
Placid, not easily upset or excited; calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity.
Resonant, deep, clear, and continuing to sound or ring; filled or resounding with (a sound); having the ability to evoke or suggest enduring images, memories, or emotions;
The obituary
by Norma J. Bruce
December 8, 2015
She died.
Two days later, he died.
The obituary was clear on the dates.
Death notices are often dry and placid,
It took my breath away as I thought back.
With careful wording and verbs about the destination.
Brief paragraph, not resonant with the muffled sounds of the past
Of young love, quarrels and misunderstandings,
When sixty years ago they had hoped for a future that
Was not to be. Ever. At least on this side.
Two days later, he died.
The obituary was clear on the dates.
Death notices are often dry and placid,
It took my breath away as I thought back.
With careful wording and verbs about the destination.
Brief paragraph, not resonant with the muffled sounds of the past
Of young love, quarrels and misunderstandings,
When sixty years ago they had hoped for a future that
Was not to be. Ever. At least on this side.
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1 comment:
silence,
sad news always lead to tears.
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