The title of this blog refers to the song MY Favorite Things by Hammerstein and Rodgers. So much of our lives consists of virtual pleasures these days - and I thought that this could be a place where I can keep all of my favorite virtual things in one place - all the poems, songs, videos, essays, recipes, and web-sites that I like. I also want to write down some of my thoughts on life, the Universe, and everything I have learned so far. In case I get Alzheimers and forget, or die before I can impart my vast stores of knowledge to my dear little brats a.k.a. the children.
Please don't feel shy to comment on anything I have said. Whether you agree or disagree, I'd like to hear from you.

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

A Favorite Poem


We tend to take our bodies for granted.  We pay them no attention until they actually get sick.  Often we don't give them the rest, nutrition, and exercise they need.  We criticize them.  Often we do not love them and yet, they are to us faithful beasts carrying us through our lives. 



  

Question

BY MAY SWENSON
Body my house
my horse my hound   
what will I do
when you are fallen


Where will I sleep   
How will I ride   
What will I hunt


Where can I go
without my mount   
all eager and quick   
How will I know   
in thicket ahead
is danger or treasure   
when Body my good   
bright dog is dead


How will it be
to lie in the sky
without roof or door   
and wind for an eye


With cloud for shift   
how will I hide?
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