The Carnality of Words





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i tasted words

     as i chopped vegetables

finally touching a

    nuance of fiber

         within each--


unexpectedly tender

    the moment of finding

a carnality in both

which brought me to my knees somehow--


without exactly knowing why

i sat on the floor and wept--


copyright/all rights reserved Audrey Howitt 2014

Posted for Poets United Pantry
     
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  1. anthonynorthFebruary 2, 2014 at 1:03 PM

    Great metaphor in this. Enjoyed it.

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  2. revelationsFebruary 2, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    I always find your poems spark thought within.. the metaphor stimulates...

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  3. Brian MillerFebruary 2, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    quite a moving experience...in words or cooking...to bring one to their knees....

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  4. GabriellaFebruary 2, 2014 at 2:33 PM

    The use of the metaphor brings an interesting perspective on words and how they can move us.

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  5. GraceFebruary 2, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    That is quite a revelation ~ Words do that to me too ~

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  6. MaryFebruary 2, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    The connection between words and vegetables is profound, Audrey. An impressive write.

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  7. Geraldine February 2, 2014 at 3:15 PM

    Oh this is very touching and evocative, I was moved by your words. Well done.

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  8. kaykualaFebruary 2, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    Words and emotions can never be separated. One wonders how it can impose so strong an impact. Wonderful write Audrey!

    Hank

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  9. Myrna R.February 2, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    There are mysterious connections all around us and within us. Veggies and words are no exception

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  10. humbirdFebruary 2, 2014 at 4:27 PM

    I like your creative process ....indeed the simple action( veggies or else) will bring such a n inspiration sometimes...~ Wonderful!

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  11. Sherry Blue SkyFebruary 2, 2014 at 6:20 PM

    That is what I love about poetry, that it can come from the simple act of chopping vegetables, and move poet and reader alike. Wonderful!

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  12. Vandana SharmaFebruary 3, 2014 at 12:05 AM

    very nice use of symbolism!

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  13. Bing YapFebruary 3, 2014 at 1:49 AM

    I agree with Sherry. It’s amazing how you have woven poetry into the simple act of chopping veggies.

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  14. Liz Rice-SosneFebruary 3, 2014 at 6:39 AM

    Everyone here was able to discern just how your poignant words touched them. I am not able. I am just astonished. Truly!

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  15. Sunday Reflections or Stumbling Towards Happiness by Bill HollandFebruary 3, 2014 at 7:18 AM

    I always look forward to your poetry. Why? Because you are very good! :)

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2014 at 7:31 AM

    I truly believe that words have power, a certain magic, and you prove it here. Thank you,

    Elizabeth

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  17. Brother OllieFebruary 3, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    a sad beautiful moment

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  18. Lisa A. WilliamsFebruary 5, 2014 at 5:06 AM

    This is beautiful Audrey!

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  19. Eileen T O'Neill .....February 6, 2014 at 3:26 AM

    Audrey,

    It is simply amazing to find a certain circumstance, which can fill us so emotionally...Words have ways of working us!!!

    Eileen

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  20. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:32 PM

    You are truly amazing.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:45 PM

    It's just so powerful...

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  22. UnknownFebruary 14, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    I love moments in life like this so powerful they just knock you to your knees! They can feel like a wonderful catharsis!

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