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Erosion


04.16.10 Posted in today's words by

Karen Schindler is the managing editor of POW Fast Flash Fiction where she publishes (and is always looking for) works of fiction between 100 and 1000 words long. Her most recent appearance here was part of Contributor Series 4 with her poem Now that I know. You can find her news and newest at miscellaneous yammering.

Erosion
By Karen Schindler

He listens to me until
I’m sleepy
Smiles at me when
I yawn like a kitten
long distance
down the phone
Tells me well, I should
let you get some rest
Then there’s
that long loud silence
just dripping with the
things we left unsaid.





4 Responses to “Erosion”

  1. Ray Sharp says:

    A good poem
    Like a good poet
    Tells a story
    Keeps a secret

  2. Joan McNerney says:

    What I particularly like is his long distant smile. You can feel him smiling and letting you go unanswered.

  3. Sarah says:

    Wonderfully evocative!

  4. Just saw it today Bobbie, it’s lovely.

    Thank you all for taking the time to comment on my piece. It’s very much appreciated.
    Karen :0)

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