A Moment In Passing

She smiled at me, as I walked by.
“Morning” Said I, catching a glimpse
of troublesome torment riding
the surface of her expression,
while “Lacklustre eyes” In a flash
cried out in need of assistance.
But “Who am I, just a stranger-
ah!  Maybe her problems are too
personal for those close to her?”
“Or could it be just another
opinion that she desires
from one not related to her
needs?” But alas a fraction too
late, our nearness slips by within
a moment, her “Eau De Cologne”
Lost to the wind, strangers once more!

© Harry J Horsman  2010
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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November 24, 2013 at 11:39 AM
Harry, ... CONGRATULATIONS:) on having your poem featured on the soups HOME PAGE. Enjoy the new coming week, and Thanksgiving Holiday.. Always a poet friend <3 =LINDA
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November 22, 2013 at 11:37 AM
Harry,:-), Congratulations on having your poem Featured this week. Loving ~SKAT~
Austin Avatar
November 19, 2013 at 8:55 AM
Good food for thought, Harry - how more than a hello might have changed your life entirely. Congrats on the selection. LOve, daver
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November 17, 2013 at 9:19 PM
Sometimes someone can leave a lasting impression though the encounter is very brief. I remember the kindness of a stranger l encountered 45 years ago and will never meet again. You are wonderful at revealing the power of a smile. A gem to read Harry. Congrats on this poem being featured.
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December 18, 2012 at 12:07 PM
the feeling to help... love the inspiration... Harry :-) thank you...pd
Dietrich Avatar
June 6, 2010 at 10:22 AM
wow, how cool for you to notice so much in passing of a stranger. If you truly are that way, you are a very sensitive soul. Good one. and you even noticed her type of perfume!!
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June 5, 2010 at 11:06 PM
Good morning, do not lose that moment, enjoyed, have a nice one,..Sidney
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June 5, 2010 at 8:25 PM
There are moments like these when we seem to have a chance to make a connection and help someone. Harry, after reading this I will always remember that chance is precious and should be heeded. Very enlightening. If we can make a difference, why delay action? Well done! Love, Carolyn
Aiken Avatar
June 5, 2010 at 3:52 PM
good job lovely poem
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June 5, 2010 at 2:18 PM
Thank you for sharing you poetry with us Harry. I enjoyed reading it this afternoon. Hope you have a wonderful weekend running over with inspiration. Love, Carol
Mehta Avatar
June 5, 2010 at 3:21 AM
Nice expressions. enjoyed it
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