Alone in the churchyard I watch
mortals mourning in tears and flowers.
Leaning against a rowan tree
abandoned by my family.
Beneath my feet a girl is weeping
I open my arms and kneel down
In surprise, she looks up at me
screaming like a startled crow.
She runs back through the stone and grass
reaching out to her, I follow
She turns to me – her eyes are cold
and zap – she’s now in the past.
Falling through time – I am weeping;
my eyes hidden behind grey fingers.
Left within eternal sleeping
this is where my Winter lingers.
Beautiful artwork gave life to your description. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
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Thank you for reading and commenting.
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Well done Charley, deep and layered with meaning. I enjoyed this one.
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Thanks for reading and commenting as always. It’s much appreciated. Happy Easter weekend 🙂
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You too Charley, your poem has inspired me to explore an idea so I thank you for that. Hope the Easter Bunny is generous to you.
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