Whale Song
A poem by Marietta Calvanico

Whale Song

Your undulating sound cuts through
briny sea air,
salt, turned sweet
it washes over me, a blessing,
Your forgiveness,
in a language I can’t understand,
blocked by my human deficit,
You are on another plane.

We dare to encroach upon
this vastness, yours
We, morally bankrupt,
without thought, foul your realm,
Still, your ancient sounds reach forward
Please sing for us—
We are too foolish
to sing for ourselves.

About the Author:

Marietta Calvanico has lived a rich and varied life. She built a career in advertising/marketing, worked with her architect husband, raised a daughter who is a teacher, and played bass in dive bars. She has shared her homes with many cats. Her poetry, fiction and memoir pieces have appeared on line and in print.

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