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Jeremy Wolf How to Write ProseA chair spun in frustrated circles In front of a blank computer The assignment lay face down Just outside of the boy’s reach A game of Frisbee had begun Longing for the spinning white The discouraged mind wandered Pulled back to light and frustration By Blood Sweat and Tears singing “Spinning Wheel” on a an old turntable In the center of the room Empty screens mirrored minds Time ticked away as Hands moved around The Mickey Mouse clock Fantasies with gallant heroes Were nowhere in sight No princesses in need Or swords in a stone The records stopped turning. Finally, the idea dawned, “Light streamed into my room As I spun in frustrated circles.” [BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS, CLASS OF 2008 EDITION] |
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