This word has
the specific gravity
of smoke.
Fragile as a doe, frail as
the dreams of a hummingbird,
keeping this word
on a page is a task
worthy of Sisyphus.
Sly, slippery, and cunning,
nailing mercury to a wall
is easier. So is making
a statue out of shadows.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
David this entire series of word explorations is so much fun to read. I won't annoy with comments on each but know I am reading and enjoying them all.