Petals:I’ve counted thempressed thempreserved them Dropsof sentimentprescientpretenders Trivialpursuits of passiongaming for lovechildish ploys Petalsfickle as the seasonselusive as joytoo soon expended. (For Eugi’s Weekly Prompt: petals. Image my own.)
It’s just a moth, I offeredthat blue moon nightrattling windowschafing nerves We’d chosen exile –sister and I – refuge from family demons, not ours to claim Innocence borrowsresponsibility – I boreit like a badge;she shattered Could not discriminatedarkness from her owninner light – soughtto end the fury I’ll carry us both,I murmured, too youngto recognize […]
Countless, the timesI’ve spoken out of place –words spilling unfiltered –grading myself harshlyin the aftermath – Yet a pauciloquent tonguewould leave me drowningthoughts stirringin a stagnant pool –perhaps I’ll strivefor moderation. (Image my own)
I was very taken by your poetic thoughts, V.J. The river walks beside me in sunnier times also. Lovely visuals. ❤
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Thanks Olga. I often take the river for granted, but when I stop to think about it, she has always been a part of my life, and provided hours of solace during difficult times.
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I concur with the comments of your other readers. Beautifully done, all the way around. *sharing*
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Thanks Liz. You always make my day.
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This is so very beautiful. Poetry, river and time. Harmony.
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Thanks so much!
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Yes!
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♥
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Beautiful…the river whispers our secrets but never reveals them…faithful companion.
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Such a faithful companion! Thanks Heather.
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You’re welcome.
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Well said!
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Lovely poetry as the river runs through.
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Thanks
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So beautiful VJ!
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Thanks!
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This does truly reflect the beauty of your heart V.J.! ❤
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Thank you so much, Deborah!
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My pleasure! How are you and your husband faring during these trying times? Well I hope! ❤
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We are fine. Our little doggies are keeping us company. We’ll all get through. How are you?
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I’m doing ok. I wish I could afford a cat to have for a companion. 🙂 ❤
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It is nice to have a furry companion. Take care.
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Beautiful photos and thoughts.
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Thanks John!
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Beautiful words VJ.
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Thanks!
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Oh my VJ, this entire post is perfection. Really beautiful
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Thanks so much Tina,
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Beautiful rivers and word, VJ.
“ She acknowledges change, bears the winter…” love this line.
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Thanks Amy.
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Yes!
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How beautiful!
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Thanks Susan.
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VJ, this is just beautiful. I journeyed with it and you.
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Thanks so much. I love the river; glad you enjoyed it.
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You’re very welcome.
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