jon
wynne
jon kirby
wynne
It's irritating
when the words will not come, then,
as if by magic
Outside, in the yard
I hear the blackbird gently
singing to the sun
the north wind perfumed
by the scent of burning leaves.
They say it will snow
Snow on the downs
a thrush defies
the silence
Bletted crab-apples
strewn beneath the trees.
A scattering of pearls
Winter's last breath, that
folded all the world in white
bears witness to the coming Spring
Welcome stranger, sit
with us, tell us your story.
The power of song.
Music drew me in
to the subway, where
an old man plays an
accordian. Melody
echoes upon melody
emerging into the sunlight.
the path on the ridge
connects the centuries, we
stop to pass the time
an afternoon spent
in the company of old friends
is a true blessing
harvest home
clouds scud shadows
upon a golden sky
we end the month
in good spirits. Perhaps
a little more wine
I thought
I had sometyhing to say,
but I am tired and,
I confess,
I have drunk
too much wine.
Such is the fate of poets
November creeps the silent street
empties in the gutter, all night
store till rings its whisky comfort.
In his cups the old tramp hawks
and sings, spare any change guv?
down by the quayside
water runs the coloured eye
blink and you'll miss it.
I love the lightness of touch and economy of words with which Jon conjures up the essence of the year. He evocatively references the places, seasons, people and creatures and his own brush with the hereafter in scant Haiku-style poems - truly less is more!
Really enjoyable read written by a gentle man. Jon has a keen eye for the things that most of us pass by without seeing or hearing: his appreciation of the simple things in life is truly enviable!
Wonderful for dipping into, a gentle read with close observations of nature, nurture and special environments.
A singular record of your experience [during a momentous year]r
A lovely poignant collection.
Having heard Jon recite his poetry live, I dipped my toe into his book, so to speak. 365 very short poems, I thought I'd read one now and then - hah! Couldn't resist and read cover to cover in two days straight. For anyone who loves nature and hates commuting it's a must (though it would certainly make commuting easier!). Jon has a wonderful gift of getting to the heart of the matter in just a few short sentences - perfect and highly recommended.