Bad Day
Kay Ryan
Not every day
is a good day
for the elfin tailor.
Some days
the stolen cloth
reveals what it
was made for:
a handsome weskit
or the jerkin
of an elfin sailor.
Other days
the tailor
sees a jacket
in his mind
and sets about
to find the fabric.
But some days
neither the idea
nor the material
presents itself;
and these are
the hard days
for the tailor elf.
is a good day
for the elfin tailor.
Some days
the stolen cloth
reveals what it
was made for:
a handsome weskit
or the jerkin
of an elfin sailor.
Other days
the tailor
sees a jacket
in his mind
and sets about
to find the fabric.
But some days
neither the idea
nor the material
presents itself;
and these are
the hard days
for the tailor elf.
Maybe later in the day, I'll find the magic material for that jerkin of a post that fits perfectly or I'll meet the elfin sailor, even more magical because I am not near the sea - surely he will have a story to tell. In the meantime, I'll read a few more poems, hoping to find that verbal key to unlock the material closet.
The picture? - the work of elves - maybe :)
Have a great day!!
You know- the second I see the concept of stolen cloth- I lose compassion for the tailor's bad day..
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed the poem and I would say that your post came together after all!
ReplyDeleteFirst of all Roy, I kind of felt the same, but elves are impish beings and are not known for integrity.
ReplyDeleteSecond, Carol, just be thankful that you can take time to read. Sometimes when I read I find something I want to write about.
And Alessa is right. You created a perfect article.
Thanks.
Carol, you always seem to come up with the perfect post even when you don't think you have the right material. I loved the poem and the possible miracle of meeting the elfin sailor!
ReplyDeleteWell, it looks like you have found the perfect poem for a less than perfect day.
ReplyDeleteHope your day improves!
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