Typewriter

Inside a closet, going through a stack of books and many boxes she had bound with tape, she came upon coats way in back and knew what underneath them would be found. The typewriter she’d gotten long ago, once used by her in college constantly, forlornly sat, invoking thoughts to flow, and lifting it, she pressed its letter “T.” It still got stuck. How some things never change! That brought her some small comfort, for despite “improvements“ in the world, she found things strange. The sticking key made everything seem right. With that, she put her typewriter away, its fate again delayed another day. Written 5/1/13
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A   Avatar
May 20, 2013 at 9:19 PM
Andrea, Congratulations.... enjoyed stopping by tonight ~LINDA
May Avatar
May 20, 2013 at 4:05 PM
congrats on a great win Andrea....
Jerden Avatar
May 20, 2013 at 11:19 AM
Might be the only sonnet ever written to a typewriter, but I loved the broader metaphor for nostalgia. Sometimes, it's the sticky keys that evoke memories, isn't it? Congratulations on your fine poem!
Goff Avatar
May 12, 2013 at 5:46 AM
Andrea, i just picked up an old Corona at a yard sale for 5 bucks, still in its case....think it just needs a new ribbon! Gonna give it a whirl! Jimbo
Hunter Avatar
May 7, 2013 at 7:29 AM
My J sticks...haha. I think this is great for the contest, Andrea.
Oyewole Avatar
May 6, 2013 at 8:38 AM
Love this nice piece... Bravo~A.O
Horne Avatar
May 5, 2013 at 3:43 PM
love this witty sonnet
Johnson Avatar
May 5, 2013 at 1:43 PM
Like long play records and 8 track tapes. The future has taken on different shapes. A typewriter is a bag of bones. It's typewritten words are like ill fated loans. The debt is forgiven, but the lender still moans. :) Sweet memories Andrea.
Hicks Avatar
May 4, 2013 at 11:09 PM
I like when sonnets aren't just about what you say, but what you DON'T Say. There is a lot of room for the imagination to run wild here. I like how you captured the mystery of the typewriter... just looking at one, you can't help but open your mind a mile wide!
Seal Avatar
May 4, 2013 at 4:17 PM
Thought I'd commented on this, can't see it though. Lovely idea this one, sentiment the greatest hoarder, Wonderful flow to this. Good luck in the contest. Take care, Richard
Lamoureux Avatar
May 4, 2013 at 6:38 AM
You said few words about the typewriter but filled my mind with images just the same. This is a rare talent. Well done Andrea.
Maverick Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 11:51 PM
And long so may it stay in you keeping Andrea perhaps you should get it fixed then I could visit and type up something..? if only hey.. oh well keep well dear friend.. ' Joe
Guzzi Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 6:31 PM
A deep write, somethings are just too full of memory to part with!htm3! Thanks so much for stopping by my verses. Light & Love
Phillips Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 1:38 PM
Nice piece...I like this line "forlornly sat, invoking thoughts to flow" very strong imagery.
La France Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 7:29 AM
Andrea, simply beautiful, you are such an amazing poet, always stunning, and thanks for supporting my poetry endeavours, by the way, the last time I heard from Linda-Marie she was in rehab and had no computer access and said her husband was also sick, I will let you know if I hear from her again, constance
Andresen Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 6:56 AM
- Like it, enjoy it ..... - Good luck in the contest, Andrea! - Wishing you a restful weekend! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
May Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 6:27 AM
nicely penned Andrea....these ripples in time can be sentimental journey...hugs
George   Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 5:07 AM
I've read a few poems about typewriter's today - there must be a contest. This one will top the list. I feel the same way - sometimes I wish things wouldn't move so quickly...I find myself more and more remembering things they way the used to be. Great write, andrea. Elaine
Poet Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 4:26 AM
A great Sonnet here!!I love your approach.Yes somethings never change (like me)
Sivey Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 4:41 PM
What a tremendously wondrous write you have delighted us with today! I remember those old typewriters, I used to use them, gave me extra credit for my assignments whenever I did use them! I loved this incredible poem my friend! What an amazing piece, such an awesome poem, Great Work!!
Bauer Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 4:11 PM
this is great! i love the sticking letter "t" - i think every typewriter had one of those. i wish i still had mine...
Duncan Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 3:23 PM
Love this write Andrea, I remember when/ using mine as well & teaching my daughter to use it. She would sit and type all kinds of sentences. She thought it was so fun.,, Sorry I haven't posted, I've been running in safe mode a few days now.
Kendrick Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 12:37 PM
Glad that the typewriter was saved for another day..Great to have an old manual one around for when the electricity is out..Enjoyed reading your contest entry..Reads like winning material to me..Sara
Austin Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 12:22 PM
Yep! I had an old Underwood. Keys got stuck. You got used to just flipping over and up without breaking the flow. Love it. Typed a bunch of good stuff on that old typewriter. Love, daver
Onclaud Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 10:39 AM
a differen take on the theme, andie...that sticky feel is one i always experience... witty, witty!... been on a lomg journey but better now... will soupy soon!..:) hugggs
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