Loops and Such
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Irish crochet
Photographer: Alexa Bender
I write words like loops
which I pull through with my crochet hook
designing hats and scarves and blankets as I go
intricacy unfolding
engage, yarn over, pull through
write, erase, rewrite
these projects which failed to call to me all fall
feel the pinch of Christmas looming
and while I write
I count squares of blankets in my head
and wonder why I leave things until
the very last minute
copyright/all rights reserved Audrey Howitt 2013
haha...yes...i have a bit more to do before the holiday myself...
ReplyDeletethere are things i procrastinate on...oy..it always catches up to me...
Loops and re-loops, ad infinitum...until it's all finished...yes - that is so much like writing. One word after another, the storyline loops and then you suddenly discover that...you're done! You'll get there. ;)
ReplyDeleteHUGS
:) It's always a rush to the finish..I like the way you write words like loops which you pull through with your crochet hook :)
ReplyDeleteYes, they do parallel and this time of year times seems nonexistent!
ReplyDeleteAudrey, when the dust settles and your fingers get to take a break I wish you the brightest and most joyous Christmas!
ReplyDeleteLovely comparison
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely gorgeous Audrey!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful analogy..perhaps the best words come when there is a bit of an edge looming
ReplyDeleteProcrastination always seems has a reason: we not really like to do particular things..so since you like crocheting I'd use this activity as reward :) Happy Holidays to you!
ReplyDeleteI like your comparison: writing like the loops. And how relatable, waiting till the last minute!
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting how the end of the year makes many of us feel the need to complete projects and clear the slate for another new year. I feel the same way. Loved reading this poem.
ReplyDeleteAudrey, Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and all the good things in 2014! :<)
At this time of year the pile seems to grow rather than shrink....so much rushing here,there, and everywhere....
ReplyDeletesmiles...hope you had a wonderful holiday as well audrey....
ReplyDeleteThis is so soothing and so lovely...and thoughtful, too. Hope your Christmas was beautiful and I hope 2014 is amazing for you!
ReplyDeleteYou captured it! The Irish crochet is something I could never do. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMe too but that's a lovely analogy and croquet ~ Happy new year ~ Cheers ~
ReplyDeleteHa.. I thought it was a wordsmith.. but I agree,,, it's more like knitting or crochet :-)
ReplyDeleteFantastic description, Audrey! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful words from a beautiful poet! Happy New Year xx
ReplyDeleteAh, I definitely can identify with procrastination. Hope you had a nice holiday season!
ReplyDeletei hope the new year is starting off well for you audrey!
ReplyDeletesmiles.
I write words like loops. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWe are on the same wavelength. I once wrote about writing poetry being like making Celtic knots! Christmas looming made me think of a loom for more weaving!
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