The Roots of Life

The Roots of Life

breaking bones..with squishing and squelching
.. .. ..the python..unhinges its jaw

flattening sheets..in the mangle..palpitating fingers

.. ..a bunch of grapes..a loving cup
the pure white marble..cupid

a Chinese statue..carved..from the roots of life

in grateful remembrance..a wooden plaque
.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..all four..Holden brothers

sliding on ice..he sparks his clogs..on frozen tracks

rock hard seats..and open stairs
.. .the very first..electric tram

scanning skeleton feet..caution..it's the pedoscope

Renjyu: Richard, Andrew and Adam P.

Sabaki: John Carley

Summer Term 2002 - Cribden House School, Rossendale, Lancashire