Friday, 2 October 2009

Excelsior

EXCELSIOR

–noun
1. fine wood shavings, used for stuffing, packing, etc.
2. Printing. a 3-point type: a size smaller than brilliant.



Banana leaves excelsior,
Over large
Packing the travelling crates
Of elephants
Going on extended journeys.
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2 comments:

  1. Dina03 October, 2009

    You know, it makes me wonder about your childhood, how your gift of imagination was allowed to grow and grow.

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  2. Geraldine 03 October, 2009

    I agree with Dina, this is so wonderful. Whimsical and warm!

    I did not know the first meaning of this word.

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