Bard’s Day
(23 April)
It’s a word that without
Context is simply one
Strange sound
Add a letter, the hair
On the bottom of his
Face has definition
Instead substitute
A letter, the word
And man (he was a
Man) take flight
Happy birthday, man
Of words that fly
I prefer Christopher in conversation. In writing, I use C L Couch because it’s a genderless form of my name and, frankly, easier—I have severe writer’s cramp. I mean to be a poet writing spiritual and occasional verse. The photographs used permanently here—for the banner, for my profile—were taken by Debra Danielson, a photographer and friend. You may enjoy more of her work at debra.danielson.org. If you would credit me when quoting my work, I'd be thankful. As I am thankful for your presence here.
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clcouch123
April 23, 2016 at 9:41 pm
Lovely tribute to him. What number of birthday is it? Such a talented man, hundreds of years later still, his plays and poetry are the height of excellence.
April 23, 2016 at 11:22 pm
I’m happy you like this. This is birthday 452. Yes, his work seems to be good for all times, doesn’t it? The best performance of his plays I’ve experienced so far were at the Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Ontario. Go, Canada!
April 23, 2016 at 11:26 pm
That’s awesome. I go to Shakespeare in the park every year in Edmonton. They did a hilarious version of A Mid Summers Night Dream and a disturbing (but wonderful) rendition of Richard the III.
April 24, 2016 at 10:49 pm
I’m delighted you get to experience Shakespeare in performance every year. I have no problem believing that the comedy and tragedy (or history) are done superbly.