July 12, 2018
" Write a story or poem that starts with the word "hello". "
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'Hello', a bright cheery greeting
Met by teary face and trembling lips
Refusing to let go of his father's hand
To proceed alone into the class.
'Hello', a loud sarcastic note
From the upset boss to errant employee
Caught while browsing the net
Rather than focus on the tepid numbers.
'Hello', a joyous shout and a tight hug
From friends at the airport lounge
Meeting after a couple of years
Happiness at seeing them again.
'Hello', a curt and polite snarl
On seeing an unknown caller
Upset at being disturbed
But having to answer the ring.
'Hello', a hassled housewife's reply
Right in the middle of the day,
Busy with chores yet unable
To ignore shrilling phone.
'Hello', an angry and gruff retort
To the walker cutting your path
One word to express your ire
At his oblivious behaviour.
'Hello', a soft tap on the shoulder
To see concern on their face
Wondering why you are so lost
And hoping nothing is amiss.
'Hello', one small word and yet
So many ways to say
'Hello', one single word and yet
So many feelings to convey
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Word count 157
My first attempt at a free verse, wait, this is the second one. But somehow, I am not a great fan of free verse form.
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