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" THE ENCOUNTER " MY PHOTO ©

May be an image of rose and nature

During the funeral of a beloved friend, I encountered death the other day. He stood tall Imposing Majestic Not threatening at all. Encouraged by his look, I, hesitantly approached him and dared to ask: " Why, oh mighty death, are you after us humans? " He looked at me rather surprised and then, smiling, gave His reply: "From where I stand my friend, it is you who are after me and not I!" © Demetrios Trifiatis 20 May 2021

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 5/23/2021 8:20:00 AM

Hi Demetrios, a very clever unexpected ending and a very thought provoking write from start to finish - so well penned - death, something that brings our cycle of life to its end, and your conversation with death is stark. Brilliant! Hugs and blessings, Jennifer

Sotto Poet

Date: 5/20/2021 12:27:00 PM

What a wonderful artistic mind you have, dear friend Demetrios; your poem is magnificent, words of wisdom to ponder; I was expecting a different response in the end. Blessings and best regards

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 1:37:00 PM

My friend, the unexpected answer of death is the one that enlightens us, not our own replies! Thank you so very much, dearest, Lasaad for your precious visit and comment! Blessings.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 5/20/2021 10:37:00 AM

Wonderful Imagination.

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 1:35:00 PM

Thank you, dear, Alex!

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 10:43:00 AM

Thank you, dear, Alex!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 5/20/2021 8:10:00 AM

I adore this one Demetrios! It is so true!

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 8:27:00 AM

If You do adore it, dearest friend, Caren, it must be good. Thank you very much for taking the time to visit and comment. Hugs xxx

Joanna Daniel

Date: 5/20/2021 7:08:00 AM

Now that's an impactful encounter, quite intriguing too, Demetrios:)

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 8:24:00 AM

I am glad you liked it, little sister. Blessings and hungs xxx

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/20/2021 6:52:00 AM

WoW! Demetrios, You have penned a thought-provoking personification. I must say I wasn't expecting that reply. Excellent job. Have a wonderful day, my friend- Alexis

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 8:23:00 AM

Thank you for your appreciation, my dearest Alexis. As far as Death's reply is concerned, what can I say? He seems to be a very...smart fellow! Hahaha. Hugs xxx

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/20/2021 4:58:00 AM

Words to ponder Demetrios, no need to look, he'll find us when its our time. Tom

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 8:00:00 AM

Thank you very much, dearest Tom, for your gracious visits and comments. Blessings.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/20/2021 4:43:00 AM

A conversation to ponder and reflect on. Silken rose shines.

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 5/20/2021 7:50:00 AM

Yes, my friend, Vijay. Death is one of my favored subjects, mainly because of the fear people have for it and of its inescapability. Thank you for your visit and profound comment. Blessings.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/20/2021 3:02:00 AM

- A powerful answer ... but wise and true - Excellent written, my friend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)