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In Welsh, 'Hill'

A Poem by Kelsey Edwards

You float near
I breathe water
We meet eyes
Mine drop first

 

Sat atop
Paddleboards
You pass the bag
Oar to oar

 

Ducks come near
Quack for food
From the bag
I throw the crusts

 

Water ripples
We both bob
The ducks leave
We do not

 

Downward eyes
Twiddling thumbs
Knotted tongues
Or just one

 

You speak first
I just nod
You keep going
I do not

 

When you pause
I open up
Try to speak
But I cannot

 

The wind picks up
Sends a chill
You look back
To the shore

 

Oar in hand
Bag strapped in
You stand up
Guide me too

 

We set off
In no rush
Parting water
With each brush

 

In the eve
By our tents
You sit down
We're knee to knee

 

I swallow air
Meet your eyes
Make the move
Open up

About Kelsey

BoundBy Copywriter and editor

Hi, I’m Kelsey! I’ve been an Editor, Copywriter and Contributor for BoundBy since we launched. I love getting involved with events, script and the upcoming editions. My poetic style is conversational and somewhat narratological. It is also, I hope, focused on human relationships (including with the self), mundane but defining moments and working-class life. I like to look at the little things in a big way.

 

In establishing myself as a professional writer and freelancer, I’ve recently built and launched my website (www.kelseykayedwards.com) to streamline releases, projects and updates. This was made possible by joining Word Tonic, an international GEN-Z copywriting community that offer resources, masterclasses and practical support. I’ve also taken a bigger role in BeaconLit Book Festival (www.beaconlit.co.uk), which fundraises for the local library. As Communications and Promotions Manager, I write newsletters, articles and social media posts to update our audience and expand our reach. This is on top of the copywriting and organising of a Poetry Circle event that I also do for the festival. As you can tell, a lot is going on but I know the experience and actionable difference I’m making are more than worthwhile!

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