Whistler

A subtle whistle shrill,
not so subtle.

I try, God knows I try,
pursing my lips in just
such a way.

Nothing emerges but
failure and embarrassment,
leaving me with the choice
to let others whistle for me
or try again later.

JD DeHart is a writer and teacher. His chapbook, The Truth About Snails, is available from RedDashboard. Much more on JD DeHart can be found via his web site by clicking here…