THE HOUSE THAT LEARNED YOUR NAME - By Lucílle Swart
Written By: Lucílle Swart
Category: Poetry
Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026
Lucílle Swart presents a captivating poetic work titled "THE HOUSE THAT LEARNED YOUR NAME" as part of the Poetry category in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative piece invites readers into a world where silence and subtle movements within a home unveil deeper emotional landscapes. Swart's contribution to this international platform showcases her unique ability to weave introspection and environment into a harmonious narrative.
About the Work
In "THE HOUSE THAT LEARNED YOUR NAME," Lucílle Swart crafts a delicate balance between movement and stillness, painting a vivid picture of a home that holds both presence and memory. The poem's structure reflects a methodical progression through space, capturing the essence of awareness and avoidance. Through poetic imagery, Swart invites the reader to experience the subtle, yet profound, connection between the self and the spaces we inhabit.
THE HOUSE THAT LEARNED YOUR NAME
Original Submission by Lucílle Swart
THE HOUSE THAT LEARNED YOUR NAME
One step, two,
skip the floorboard to the left
methodically move
across space occupied
unseen
a too-short pencil navigating
across sheet music for a piano
silenced.
Walking through rooms
sideways, two steps right,
sideways again
soft enough not to disturb
the rest between notes.
Mastering the art
of avoidance;
not that cupboard
not today
not soon.
The living room blooms,
the kitchen sings,
the hallway counts
one step, two,
skip the floorboard to the left
find shelter.
Stay.
Her eyes turn inward,
they’ve gone elsewhere;
the hallway takes its cue,
she’s adrift in her cloud
and this is where she will
Stay.
The static in the house
prepares itself
for another rehearsal,
quietly counting syllables
before the floorboard creaks.
Lucílle Swart
About the Competition
The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event celebrating the art of written expression. Bringing together poets and writers from around the world, the competition serves as a platform for creative minds to share their voices and stories. Participants explore a wide range of themes and styles, showcasing the richness of contemporary literature.
We extend our gratitude to Lucílle Swart for her poignant contribution to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. "THE HOUSE THAT LEARNED YOUR NAME" enriches the tapestry of this event with its introspective and evocative qualities. Thank you, Lucílle, for sharing your poetic vision with us.
About Hashtag Kalakar
Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.
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