I was sitting in the train today
Someone touched me on the shoulder
Why don't you smile? He said
One eyebrow I raised
What's there to smile about? I replied
Ah where would I begin?
So many reasons, I wouldn't end
Smile for me he begged
I don't think so I said
Why do you hide your eyes behind your sunnies?
Why are you asking so many questions?
Did you want some money?
Oh no please don't insult me
I just saw you and thought I'd be funny Look outside its beautifully sunny Just smile for me please honey?
I turned to stare out the window
But couldn't help noticing his shadow
He stared at me
It was kind of creepy
Let my stop come soon I prayed
I peeked at him and still he smiled
Couldn't stop myself and I smiled too
There we go he said
Wasn't so hard was it?
Now I can see what your face should be
As the train slowed to stop
He jumped on his feet
This is me he informed
Keep smiling my flower
You'd be surprised; it holds a lot of power
Then it was just me
I was dreaming could it be?
I turned around to see
There outside the window he stood and blew a kiss at me!
tiisshh
About the competition
In conjunction with the exhibition Love, Loss & Intimacy the NGV invites you to create your own piece of writing exploring notions of love, loss or intimacy, under 500 words. If you're over 18 years of age and a Victorian resident, post your entry on the blog (1 entry per person) for the chance to win a romantic weekend getaway for two at Sofitel Melbourne On Collins and lunch for two at Persimmon.
The judging panel is comprised of three judges: Professor Jennifer Strauss (Editor of the Oxford Anthology of Australian Love Poetry), Penny Modra (Editor of Three Thousand; The Age arts columnist) and Richard Watts (Presenter of SmartArts on TripleR).
Entries accepted until 11 July 2010 and the winner of the competition will be announced and their entry recited on 18 July following on from the 2pm Floor Talk.
The judging panel is comprised of three judges: Professor Jennifer Strauss (Editor of the Oxford Anthology of Australian Love Poetry), Penny Modra (Editor of Three Thousand; The Age arts columnist) and Richard Watts (Presenter of SmartArts on TripleR).
Entries accepted until 11 July 2010 and the winner of the competition will be announced and their entry recited on 18 July following on from the 2pm Floor Talk.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
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