Alone


Gone,
faces 
of my youth,
my family,
my friends and classmates
all of them have gone on.
Some early and some later.
None left to share my memories.
The world is a very lonely place.
I am the last of my generation.

By Joyce Johnson" Written in 2016

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Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/14/2022 5:40:00 AM

A thought shared by those waiting their turn one day to join their loved ones. My dad lost his sister this week. She appeared to be in great health…only 74. I believe the angels came and took her home. My mom’s been gone almost a year and dad feels broken.

Harry Horsman

Date: 3/13/2022 7:04:00 PM

This is so lovely, Joyce, and a reminder to us all. I feel so blessed to have read this wonderful poetry. Going to my favourites.

Joe Maverick

Date: 3/13/2022 1:05:00 PM

Well your page is not lonely I note Joyce.' I Plenty of comments on this evocative write You have seen the best years ' those when More people tried to do better.' And it shows In your sentiments, I think I'm the only man to Comment.? Anyway all the best enjoyed your Words !

Virginia Gelok

Date: 3/13/2022 12:27:00 PM

You have written the feelings of so many of us as we reach this time in our lives, surpassing our family and friends. I hope you have found some new company that helps fill the void.

Anisha Dutta

Date: 8/7/2016 10:06:00 PM

Joyce I am also running through last phase of life. Parents are gone. Cousins, friends are going one by one. I am the oldest of five siblings. Ready to go as my turn will come. This is Life yet to live. Best wishes

Jack Horne

Date: 7/30/2016 2:33:00 PM

Oh, such a sad & heartfelt write, my friend. I hope you are well & enjoying a relaxing weekend xx

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/27/2016 12:30:00 PM

- Life dessert ... sad not being able to share with those you love - (you're a beautiful lady dear Joyce :) - love from Norway // Anne-Lise :)

Carrie Richards

Date: 7/25/2016 2:33:00 PM

This speaks so poignantly to the heart of all who reach the golden years, or beyond. You have touched so many with your words today, dear Joyce. I think the emotion is so honest and true to life. Sometimes we can't make younger people understand the importance of our needing a commonality with those who lived beside us through our yesterdays. Best wishes to you today!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/25/2016 2:23:00 AM

I can relate Joyce. All my elder relatives are gone. I have lost three wonderful best friends, one to dementia who no longer knows me. Your poem packs a powerful punch to all of us who are in your boat! Excellent passion in this piece. I hope it scores high Joyce. It has with me. #7 ; )