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Five Senses

March 15, 2023 11 Comments

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Ringing in my ears when I wake from a misshapen sleep, when I walk to my car, when I order my sweet mocha.

The barista nods sympathetically. I can’t hear what she says, but I smile politely and tip her more than usual, then walk to the river path outside with the warm, sweet steaming coffee.

Geese fly in formation, swift and powerful. I taste my coffee and see the river dancing over the rocks below. Sight, smell, taste, touch. It is almost enough. I shake my head. Almost is not music or laughter.

Hearing aids can’t be avoided any longer.

By Tyrean Martinson

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  1. Toni Brayer says

    March 15, 2023 at 8:08 am

    Nice twist after lyrical prose.

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    • Cathryn says

      March 15, 2023 at 9:29 am

      Hello Toni,
      Wow!! Your comment hit the nail on the head! Saved me having to put similar thoughts into words.

      Reply
    • Tyrean says

      March 15, 2023 at 4:44 pm

      Thank you for your kind words!

      Reply
  2. Nicki Nance says

    March 15, 2023 at 8:42 am

    Great imagery. Excellent surprise at the end.

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    • Tyrean says

      March 15, 2023 at 4:44 pm

      Thank you for your encouragement!

      Reply
  3. Geneviève Goggin says

    March 15, 2023 at 9:29 am

    I can relate…that will be me soon. Nicely written!

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  4. Jennifer J. says

    March 15, 2023 at 12:04 pm

    Nicely done!

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  5. Doug Jacquier says

    March 15, 2023 at 4:20 pm

    I’m hearing you about not hearing you. 😉 Gently effective piece.

    Reply
  6. Tyrean says

    March 15, 2023 at 4:45 pm

    Thank you all for your kind words and encouraging feedback!

    Reply
  7. K says

    March 15, 2023 at 7:17 pm

    Hearing aids are sometimes required, but sometimes so is the silence.

    Reply
  8. Kern Windwraith says

    March 16, 2023 at 1:42 pm

    I love how subtly you celebrate the importance and beauty of each of the five senses. Thank you.

    Reply

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