Thirteen of us showed up to share poems in this cozy, casual, festive venue.
Some read their own work. Richard read about Holden Village. Denise read several haiku. Brian performed his “Twas the Night After Christmas,” which made us all chuckle.
Some read other people’s poems. Susan read “Christmas Mail” by Ted Kooser. Chandra read “Night Walk” by Peter Pereira (who is a Seattle-area physician AND poet). Lynette treated us to two poems by William Blake: “The Chimney Sweeper” and “The Songs of Innocence and Experience.” Balta’s poem – the title and poet’s name escape me – had these juicy lines: “Don’t just stand there with your hair turning gray;” “say some prayers to the wind;” “some extra fish has been salted.”
Sue read a parody of “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” which also gave us a chuckle.
But the real treat, one which brought a tear to several eyes through the smiles, was Ashley’s eight-year-old son reading a poem from a Mr. Rogers Neighborhood book, the topic being, “I like you just the way you are.” We were all silently cheering him on because he was obviously so nervous, and when he finished, we cheered for him out loud. His brother read the real “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” and Mom Ashley read a “wonderful” poem by Harry Baker from his book by the same name.
It was a delightful and truly memorable event.
Please join us next time! The atmosphere is always casual, intimate and welcoming.
For more information, contact Susan Blair.