Some Things

Some thing happen in high halls
Everyone marvels, applauds, amazed.
Some things thrive in a hive - come alive
With meetings of eyes and minds attuned,
Syncopated steps and common tongues,
Shared histories and mysteries and myths.
Some things need singing in chorus:
Concerts, karaoke and conferences -
But others don't.

Other things happen in stillness
In quiet places where the clock ticks
And old dogs scratch; where cats purr
And leave lick streaks on their damp fur
And slugs move with infinite purpose
From the skirting board to the door