Stereotyping Streams

  We talk about rushing rivers Torrential downpours Majestic waterfalls Big weighty words, shouting Their heft and might Announcing powerful actions And then there’s the simple stream And its adjectives Timid, tepid, placid words Meandering Winding Gurgling Lapping As if time has no meaning To streams; no urgency No agency or power Come into my… Continue reading Stereotyping Streams