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She Vanished

Had she gone missing before I met and fell in love with her, Neither of us would have experienced any sense of loss. She would have remained beautiful in her own way, and I would have gone through life never knowing what it felt like to be in a relationship and interwoven with her. Before meeting her and really getting to know her, I had no interest in her type, and allowing her to be a part of my life was unthinkable. That is, or that was until I was introduced to her nearly two years ago. At first, I questioned the reason for such an introduction. Why would my friend think that I was interested in her type? But once we got acquainted, she just felt so right for me. I had gone so long without giving such a one the slightest chance of becoming a part of my life. But perhaps with such a sudden introduction and encounter, I had reached a point in my life where I was ready for change. I don't really know why. But I tell you, overnight, I became the better for it. Nevertheless, this relationship was short-lived because after enjoying the warmth of our relationship, and after liking the way I looked and felt with my very first pair of 'red socks', they came up missing and have been thus for several months. I've had many a missing sock that was never found but, in this case, The entire pair of socks is missing. What is not missing is the way those socks made me feel. If I should fail to locate them, I shall buy a new pair.

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Date: 4/5/2024 5:47:00 PM
Dear Curtis, your heartfelt reflection on the sudden disappearance of your beloved red socks was very meaningful. The metaphor of loss and the impact it has on our lives, even in the simplest of things, is beautifully conveyed. Your journey from skepticism to acceptance of these socks mirrors the unpredictability of life's changes. I loved your willingness to embrace change and find joy in unexpected places is inspiring. May your search for the missing socks lead to new discoveries, and may their memory continue to warm your heart until they're found or replaced. Blessings, Daniel
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Curtis Johnson
Date: 4/6/2024 12:06:00 PM
Hi Daniel. Your analysis and poetic summary amaze me. Thanks for all you do.

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