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Anacreontic Verse

My last wet tears stain the starlit sky in cold frosted shades As tangible fears awaken sleeping distant memories of aged hidden pain These mortified eyes don't recall the tales my children now tell of my past sad sins In my dire defence lasting episodes of assembling joy never did escape parent's cutting lips A pale memory fades in present days I don't remember teen tornado years My acts of dark hate left deep open scars ones that never healed I long to rewind grains of quicksand time learn the art of love perhaps forgiveness will thrive when I’m gone.

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Edward Ebbs

Date: 1/31/2024 5:56:00 AM

Heartfelt, sadly there are no redo, but understanding, love and forgiveness is the beginning of a new person. Thank you for sharing and reaching out. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Congrats!

Sabrina Millicent
Date: 1/31/2024 12:56:00 PM

Thanks Edward for your kind words. I’m glad you understood the story of my poem as when I was writing it I thought it might be confusing to readers. Sorry you and your wife experienced cognitive issues for both your parents. Thanks for being open it means a lot.

Edward Ebbs
Date: 1/31/2024 7:35:00 AM

I understand Sabrina, my wife and I lost our parents a few years ago, my dad had dementia, and her mom had Alzheimer’s. For us it was difficult to see them fade away. It was heart wrenching. Do not forget to take care of you. ??

Sabrina Millicent
Date: 1/31/2024 5:59:00 AM

Thank you I liked the form and did it from the perspective of my father who is losing his memory and doesn't recall parts of his life. I really enjoyed the contest and I appreciate the recognition it means a lot to me.