Reversing the Hermit Thing
After a haircut, I feel like a shorn lamb.
Air on the nape of my neck
and I’m trying to be positive again.
I’m old enough now to have places I go
regular enough, people who know my face.
The clouds swing down and stay there
most of the day. The rain has driven
the birds from the oak. But it’s drying.
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A very hopeful end there, Shaun. This is a lovely poem, I especially like “The clouds swing down and stay there / most of the day.” Vivid.
Thanks, Bill. I think I’m ready for the sun.
The last stanza opens up the poem in a wonderful way. Well done.
Thanks so much, Bill!
Felt that haircut. Especially in my neck. Love that thoughtful ending.