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A Pebble, This River

This river travels through the world, Traversing cultures; mysteries unfurl. A rock caught in the current; this pebble, Rough firstly, each scrape, bump; at times trouble. Overcoming tribulations, the current; this rock, Travels along the bed; foundations. It’s surface smoothing, landing on the bank; Baking in the sun with waves over top; soothing. Not an end, but a living journey; this river, And a pebble looking for identity to be delivered.

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Laura Breidenthal

Date: 2/23/2024 4:49:00 PM

This is so thought-provoking and filled with beautiful imagery. Really enjoyed reading. ~Laura

Brian Sambourne

Date: 12/7/2023 12:42:00 PM

An excellent write! As mentioned, our own lives take tumbles, hit bubbling to calm waters, and land somewhere. Your metaphor of the river + a tossed pebble is most appropriate. Be well. Brian

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 10/15/2023 3:17:00 PM

A fine poem in every way. There are so many pebbles and so many rivers. I'd love to see every river, snd hear every poem about them. It's refreshing to read this poem

Raven Howell

Date: 8/16/2023 8:26:00 AM

I love your wording, Michael, and find multiple meanings in your poem. Lovely!

Andrew John

Date: 8/16/2023 3:08:00 AM

Great journey for a river - and pebbles. And, of course, we all have our journeys - as does a river. Thanks for pleasant poem, Michael.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/15/2023 7:08:00 PM

Just like the pebble, we can overcome any obstacle. Your words are deep and powerful, and the message within is very clear. You've created a masterpiece, Michael. My best to you. ~ Brandy

Viviene Ramsay

Date: 8/15/2023 3:35:00 PM

This poems is very deep , it is as if the poet is using the pebble and the river to speak of the journey of a people or a person and what they have encountered on this journey but through it all ,they press on ,knowing that their journey ,struggles would not be in vain. Loved it, awesome job!