The kettle hums a silver tune,
A trembling song of rising heat;
It dreams beneath the afternoon,
Of leaves and water soon to meet.
A whisper builds into a cry,
Soft steam escaping through its beak;
A breath of clouds begins to fly,
As time grows warm and slowly steep.
Then comes the call—sharp, bright, and clear,
A summons from its iron throat;
Pour gently now, the moment’s here,
Where quiet joy in porcelain floats.

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22 responses to “A poem about the tea kettle”

  1. crazy4yarn2 Avatar
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    I love your poem, Carol Anne! It’s a perfect description – bravo!

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Thank you for being so kind. I love your poetry too. 💕

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        You’re welcome and thank you!

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  2. Lauren Scott, Author Avatar

    This is delightful, Carol Anne! Love it! xo

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Oh, thanks, Lauren! Xo

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  3. Indira Avatar

    Lovely poem, Carol. I never thought of these mundane things, but nowadays, I show gratitude to everything that helps me.

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      That is good Indira! Gratitude is so important!

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  4. ladyleemanila Avatar

    I like your kettle poem 🙂

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Oh, thanks! 🙂 ❤

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  5. writingwhatnots Avatar

    Lovely rhythm and rhyme in this. ‘A summons from its iron throat’ – a great image.

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Oh thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 🌷🌷

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  6. Julie Sheppard aka Reiko Chinen Avatar
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      Thanks! 🌷😘

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  7. murisopsis Avatar

    Carol anne I love that the tea kettle has a purpose and does its job without complaint… Lovely!

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Thanks Val! Love it too…

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  8. lesleyscoble Avatar

    A steaming poem, Carol Anne! Lovely rhythm.

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Thank you, Lesley 💞💞

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  9. ben Alexander Avatar

    Carol Anne, I really like how you gave the kettle its own little voice — such a warm, gentle piece.

    ~David

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    1. Carol anne Avatar

      Thank you, David 💞💞

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      1. Carol anne Avatar

        🥰💗💛🤩

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