As the dawn treader walks hallowed ground
The mist scattered around his footsteps
Imprints left passing memories with each step
Striding into the future
Swirling and spiralling, finding the floor with a thump
I look up and wonder where I am
To see the blue sky above
It filled my heart with joy.
This is a collective poem from the Literary Potlatch, written by the participants on the day, with each of them only able to see the previous line. At present, the image accompanying it is a stock photo but we would really love someone to respond to the poem visually, as only an original image can possibly do it justice. Full credit will of course be given. Please email rochesterlitfest@gmail.com if you’re interested in creating something special we can share. Thank you.
And here’s today’s Medway Monday linky: