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Morning Breath: awdl gywydd

Through the mist of dawn it slips, on its lips a whispered sigh that echoes through the damp air. Almost not quite there, it flies between the slow waking trees whose rough knees, still stiff with night, begin their conversation, … Continue reading

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Toy Dog Soldiers: an awdl gywydd

Our two small dogs are barking; how they sing out with concern, alarmed by the street traffic: an old sedan’s quick u-turn down our lonely dead-end street! I hear their feet scrape the floor as they scramble to the sound, … Continue reading

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Just Like That

I wish to communicate. Alas, fate does not desire that we should speak today; instead it blocks our way with fire, which we perceive as brute force. It’s not, of course, merely smoke; but feel – its flames do not … Continue reading

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On Her Sleeping Form: an awdl gywydd

She’s sleeping there on the chaise, on her face a gentle look; dreaming no doubt of flowers, and quiet hours with a book. Her eyes are closed, her heart eased, and I am pleased that she rests; May her dreams … Continue reading

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Oh Bard, Come Sing: the official Welsh meters

Oh Bard, release your sacred song to heal these hurts and ways gone wrong! (cyhydedd fer) Let loose thy harp strings, filled with untamed woe; go deeply, cut to the heart – For it is there our wounds start. (englyn … Continue reading

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I Awoke Glad: an awdl gywydd

I awoke glad for no cause; but did not pause to reflect, just smiled to myself in bed, and instead of neglect I gave myself attention; didn’t mention my great flaws, but spoke kindness to my soul; on the whole, … Continue reading

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