Ancient River Passing Song

Ancient river, passing song
always here forever gone
rippled by flirtatious winds
disappearing round its bends.

Crooked fingers drawing lines
tributaries, twisted tines
counting coup on drum roll stones
ancient rivers heading home.

John G. Lawless
©7/6/2022
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Rose  Avatar
July 6, 2022 at 3:13 PM
Your poem has a rhythm and heart beat, that I like, enjoyed reading your words, take care, Blessings and Joy
Woodrow Avatar
July 6, 2022 at 9:36 AM
Love this :)
Lawless Avatar
July 6, 2022 at 2:17 PM
Good to hear from you Susan, thanks
Kelly Avatar
July 6, 2022 at 6:11 AM
Wow, a fast, easy read. Reminds me of a river near me. Thanks.
Lawless Avatar
July 6, 2022 at 2:17 PM
Thanks for stopping to read and comment Patrick.
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