Burning Embers
Burning Embers (A New Song)
Perhaps a song within still shimmers…
like the embers of a long forgotten fire
awaiting new kindling.
The old lyrics forgotten, as the logs that
did burn, that warmed the soul no longer
in harmony with the spirit:
…stripped of the notes that once crackled
and sparked when a harsh stirring
occurred in the heart
…a cord or two gone up in life’s flames
sending with it a chorus of pain
rising in blinding smoke.
Perhaps within the ember’s glow rests
that new song with a refreshing melody…
hope glowing in the ashes.
By: Debra Squyres
02/04/13
Copyright © Debra Squyres | Year Posted 2013
Post Comments
Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.
Please
Login
to post a comment