Poem - The Sounds of My World

The Sounds of My World,

I close my eyes for a minute as I walk to work...
I hear the low roar of the city.
I hear the distance thumping of construction workers.
I hear the distinct shrill of an ambulance.
I hear the piercing honk of car horns.
I hear the clankety-clang of the commuter train.
I hear the sharp squeek of bad brakes on a car.
I remember the simplicity and quietness of the farm.
I remember the gentle singing sound of the birds.
I remember the muffled sound of the dog barking as he plays with the horses.
I remember the soothing sound of the wind blowing gently through the trees.
I remember the soft tinkle of the wind chimes hanging in the porch.
I open my eyes to see a beautiful woman walking past me...
And suddenly....
The world goes blissfully silent.

(Jan 04)