Curtis Johnson Poet Narrative

Cul-De-Sac

For some 30 years, I was faced with Cul-De-Sacs. No
resident in those Cul-De-Sacs exited without facing
my house.

A few years ago, I began to muse over the
significance of Cul-De-Sacs in my life. Occasionally,
I would drive through the Cul De Sac only to see my
house as others saw it. I considered the fact that
it's vital that we should occasionally place ourselves
in a position to see ourselves as others see us, making
it better to understand others as well as ourselves. 

My first encounter or experience with Cul-De-Sacs
was when we bought our first home in California.
Our house faced a Cul-De-Sac. Our street formed the
only outlet for three Cul-De-Sacs on our block.

In later years, those Cul-De-Sacs became my primary
walking ground. My exercise routine consisted of walking two
short blocks, two long blocks, and three Cul-De-Sacs. I am
rather fond of this memory.

Our second connection to a Cul-De-Sac was with the
purchase of our second house. It too was not in the
Cul-De-Sac but faced it. At the entry of that memorable
Cul-De-Sac was a most beautiful tree which, from my
second-floor bedroom spoke volumes to me in the Fall
season. If that tree said anything, it shouted out to me
saying, "Look at me, I am the beauty queen of this Cul-De-Sac".

2523PSCtest,This or That, Vol 16 "Cul-De-Sac". Edward Ebeh.3P

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Edward Ibeh March 6, 2023 at 8:07 PM Superb penning, Curtis:-) Congratulations on your win in my contest! Curtis Johnson March 7, 2023 at 5:38 AM Thank you, Edward. BTW, I am enjoying reading your book. Blessings.

Linda Alice Fowler March 3, 2023 at 2:30 PM Interesting Curtis. To me, neighbors in a cul-de-sac seem to be on top of one another...no secrets, no unfamiliar faces, no other neighbors. Exclusive, but the tree is inspiring! Congratulations! :)

Sam Kauffman February 7, 2023 at 2:40 PM Delightful Curtis! When I walk I have the opportunity to extend my walk by going into a cul-de-sac where a friend once lived. Thank you for reminding me of my friend and the joy we shared as friends and walking buddies. Blessings! Curtis Johnson February 8, 2023 at 4:48 AM Hi, Sam. Thank you for your comment. One of life's greatest joys is the memories it engenders. Blessings.