[Poetry] Two Poems by Matilda Cederblad
- David M. Olsen
- Aug 10
- 1 min read
A Bad Weather Friend
At first glance you appear to just want to hold my hand while the storm rages above. But you never walk barefoot in the sand.
Never stay to watch soft clouds float in the cool blue sky.
No, baby.
You only want me when I’m bleeding.
You’re my bad weather friend.
Olivia
You spoke of impending loss.
Warm sand and azure waves
beneath me.
A far away voice breaking up.
Matilda Cederblad is a scientist and a writer. She hails from Sweden but has lived in Norway, Scotland, and currently resides in California with her husband and two cats. She loves reading, writing, and the ocean. Whenever she’s not in the lab she likes go to the beach or visit museums.
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I was struck at the right time by this piece. Although it's simple to lose motivation midway through a project, your reminder to stick with it is quite effective. Writers must persevere through the middle to discover the core of their work, just as poetry book publishers appreciate the layers and depth that come with revision. Thank you for your frank and supportive remarks.