Anatomy Lesson
Who knew a beating heart
could make such a rumpus –
that flowing blood could
create swishing
noises as it moves
from one chamber to another,
gently closing the flap behind it.
I listen, waiting to hear
hope, love, joy, echoing
back to me.
rhymeswithbug 
Love that lovely sound of the heart beat.
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Such a lovely anatomy lesson, Candace, and I love the thought of a beating heart making a rumpus, and the flowing blood ‘gently closing the flap behind it’. And such a poignant ending!
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I like how your poem makes me pause, Candy — the idea that a heart’s “rumpus” could be filled with hope and love feels tender and surprising.
~David
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Thank you, David. I always appreciate your comments.
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