the river curved
like his mother’s arm soothing his shakes and shivers protecting him from harm he sits by her side as her brooks babble softly he sighs almost shyly then crumpling like a can the tin soldier man lands on his back and meets his dad’s face in the lingering clouds frowning at him here, there, smiling, from the white puffed shrouds. the clouds mingle like lace and he sees a child plays, race through the white foam -like he used to do- in hazy summer days; loose and free when no Zeus was seeking him for a fee. clouds swirl over in the light breeze -God’s breath destroying this soldier’s bliss with ease- and the child falls to earth. Eyes open: this seedless ground where shrapnel grows, metal trees, sharp grass fields of blades cut his Soul shooting stars of pain his trembling chin knowing it can no longer feign- bleeding- needing- feeling- wanting more from Within- din din Explosion! water liquid oily sight his slight face pours wet white weeping willows crying high; “Why does this boy lie between this war and I?” Screaming purple sky and squealing squawks of wildlife fly swirling limbs flutter by like black pink butterflies waving bye bye gasping breathing spraying mouth of fountain blood, his writhing torso rocks to lullaby of soft gunfire & bodies slapping the mud bullet smashes cheekbone out through Temple flees- his jaw-drops, a brief moan- whipping lead busy as a bee! eyes popping mouth watering seeming smiling pupils screaming, “Why?” crumpling, falling gently, he sighs din din fin fin Ssssshhh…! ….and the rattle of the battle in the wind….
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From Both Hips was a big hit at RADA. We all enjoyed it so much and are sad to let it go.
But now it's onto the Tree Showcase at the end of this month. All 3rd years have to perform a monologue and a scene in front of every industry professional in London so it's scary biscuits from here on! |
AuthorMy name is Maureen O' Connell but everyone calls me "Mo". I'm an Irish actress. I write and make films also. I am the author of all poetry and creative writing on this blog and the copyright of which is owned by me- unless otherwise stated. I've just graduated with a BA from the 3 year Acting Course at RADA, London. Have a gander round the website at your leisure! Cheers, Mo Archives
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