Diamonds of My Mind
-The Diamonds of My Mind-
Even if you call my name
this is not me you see
looking back.
I see the reflection of the someone
who needs convincing.
The diamonds of my mind
remember me from before
Everything about me is bespoke
I’m the one who stole last place.
It’s not me anymore
I don’t want my lovers back
They know now like me
there’s only one secret left
Hidden in the mystery,
the changing memories
life leaves behind.
But, is it me this morning
walking like an old man
while no one is looking.
I’m the one who jumped out of airplanes,
I hiked the Tetons,
I dove into a raging Missouri River,
and had a Yellowstone Grizzly
stand up in front of my convertible
flex his nails, then lumber off.
Ask Virginia Smart or Jeanie.
Now these aches
are the last real connection,
to a voluble past
Each has a story to tell.
Copyright © Raymond Martin | Year Posted 2016
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