Listening
His step? Ah, no; 'tis but the rain That hurtles on the window pane. Let's draw the curtains close and sit Beside the fire awhile and knit. Two purl -- two plain. A well-shaped sock, And warm. (I thought I heard a knock, But 'twas the slam of Jones's door.) Yes, good Scotch yarn is far before The fleecy wools -- a different thing, And best for wear. (Was that his ring?) No. 'Tis the muffin man I see; We'll have threepennyworth for tea. Two plain -- two purl; that heel is neat. (I hear his step far down the street.) Two purl -- two plain. The sock can wait; I'll make the tea. (He's at the gate!)
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"His step? Ah, no; 'tis but the rain..."
This evocative piece by Fay Inchfawn, titled "Listening", represents a masterful exploration of classic. The lines capture a profound emotional resonance... ### Why We Love This Line At Linespedia, we believe that poetry is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul...