My world is like a grain of sand
upon the shores of time, changing,
ever changing, and then washed
out into the sea of life. Infinity is in
my soul, eternity floats upon the
clouds of heavenly moments. My
hours caged, my spirit angered at
the thoughts of those who have
walked away from my gate. My feet
have left their mark upon the sands
of time, waves of tears have splashed
upon the rocky cliff that bares scars
of what I have lost, and my mind
wanders the caverns of the past. A
mother’s grief screams into the endless
nights leaving scars upon a heart that
is already torn and ragged. Words of
doubt have poisoned my faith, the
days are winding down, and I was
born to mourn.
©2014.annjohnsonmurphree
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Ann..
I found your poem captivating and touching … I loved the last verses as they show us a state of mind in a raw way . The first four verses are absolutely marvellous… The metaphor of existence and time as an hourglass is perfect.
Best regards Aquileana 🙂
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Thank you for stopping by and for the wonderful comments. Your opinion is greatly appreciated. Ann
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Affecting
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Thank you for your comment. Ann
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This is a beautiful poem. This part:
“waves of tears have splashed
upon the rocky cliff that bares scars
of what I have lost, and my mind
wanders the caverns of the past”
is powerfully poignant!
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Thank you Kirsten, have a great weekend. Ann
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Hope you are having a great weekend!
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🙂
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This made me think of Emily Dickinson and I adore her!
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Well thank you I am honored at your thought. Ann
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You’re welcome!
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“Born to mourn” is a shattering and transfixing phrase to end your soul searing poem with!
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Yes, my intention in conclusion of the piece, thank you for your comment. Ann
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