06 January 2006

Ted Kooser

[from Delights and Shadows by Ted Kooser]

The Necktie

His hands fluttered like birds,
each with a fancy silk ribbon
to weave into their nest,
as he stood at the mirror
dressing for work, waving hello
to himself with his hands.



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3 comments:

  1. Anonymous20:33

    Too coincidental: I just posted a note about Kooser, not as flattering as yours.

    Happy New Year!

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  2. Sharon Hurlbut06:07

    I really like the simplicity and accessibility of Kooser's poems. This is one is so visual - I could see those flapping hands. Thanks for sharing it!

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  3. Carol Peters07:46

    Sharon, YES! As my friend Dave says, this poem will come back to him now whenever he ties a tie.

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