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Dust Covered Dreams

Sadly
He watched the old barn
Wither, fade, weep
Forgotten by time.
Neglect
A dereliction of youth
Seeking the future
Forgetting the past.
The old harnesses cracked
Tools bent by gravity’s inertia
Dust covered dreams
Wilting in silence
As an old man
Watches

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Jerry Brotherton

Date: 8/21/2023 8:49:00 AM

So sad my friend. Knowing we have the tools to repair what is broken but have now lost the power to use them.

Lin Lane

Date: 8/21/2023 7:24:00 AM

A barn, a body withered and wilting... the only thing dust doesn't cover is the hourglass of sand that continues to turn itself upside down, stealing time from everyone and everything. A worthwhile dream should not allow dust to settle. Really good writing, John.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/21/2023 5:42:00 AM

Great use of metaphors here in this one. I like the creativeness and descriptiveness in the lines. Thank you for sharing it with us. Sara