Before
we wake,
we are huddled under
blankets
and dreaming.
Before
we wake
there are others
living,
breathing,
chirping,
growing.
Before
we wake
the ocean's waves
soak its rocky beaches.
Before
we wake
birds talk
about what today
will bring.
Before
we wake
the trees search
for heat
and light
amidst night.
And...
Before
we wake,
the world
goes on.
Posted in response to the challenge PAST CONTESTS: Spring '24: Writing Contest.
My eyelids stay together
every blink
a little longer than usual wishing
I were still asleep
I don't remember not sleeping
last night
but I guess
that's just the way it is
first block
The red truck blue truck cap
Bright blue, not pretty
Like dancing eyes no
This is down to business blue eyes hardened
After too many people said no
After too many yesses didn’t work out
It was like your second cousin,
the one who stopped coming
to Thanksgiving
most of the time
but shows up sometimes
and you remember a picture
of her holding baby you
with blond curls and energy always
Comments
Your poetry and photos are so amazing, thank you for sharing your work with us!!
Thank you!
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