Debra Squyres Poet Free verse

Burning Embers

Burning Embers (A New Song)


Perhaps a song within still shimmers…
like the embers of a long forgotten fire
awaiting new kindling.

The old lyrics forgotten, as the logs that
did burn, that warmed the soul no longer
in harmony with the spirit: 
…stripped of the notes that once crackled
 and sparked when a harsh stirring 
 occurred in the heart
…a cord or two gone up in life’s flames
 sending with it a chorus of pain
 rising in blinding smoke.

Perhaps within the ember’s glow rests
that new song with a refreshing melody… 
hope glowing in the ashes.

By: Debra Squyres
02/04/13

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Debbie Duncan March 13, 2013 at 5:01 PM Love it Debbie,,,, I was just listening to On My Own by Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald. That's why I chose this one ;}

Andrea Dietrich February 22, 2013 at 6:19 PM debra, I just LOVE yours. The way you likened it to a song that is burning in the fire. Wow, total creativity and originality. Congrats on your win.

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl February 22, 2013 at 12:49 AM Hi congratulations Debra luv, this is a lovely write and well deserving of a winning spot...I am hoping for more time next week for more reading and commenting xx

Joyce Johnson February 22, 2013 at 12:01 AM So nicely done Debra. I am glad to find it among the winners. Love, Joyce

Poet Destroyer A February 21, 2013 at 5:11 PM Debra, congratulations! in Gail's "Burning Embers " contest.. a delightful burring poem.. always~ PD

Russell Sivey February 4, 2013 at 12:56 PM This is a very brilliant write my friend! I really enjoyed reading this masterful poem this afternoon! What a fabulous piece, surely you did a wondrous job with this beautiful poem Debra, Great Work!!

Connie Gildersleeve February 4, 2013 at 7:40 AM I thing the direction you took "Burning Ember" is a wonderful creative write. The imagery was so easily felt and seen in my mind. Good luck in the contest Debra. Warm Smiles, Connie