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Her Temporary Stay

In the evening quiet hours silence speaks loudly of her
while outside the stars forget to twinkle and the moon hides its face
until morning sun brightens day and sparkles on dewdrops.

He recalls her laughter when spring flowers begin to bloom 
each one chosen carefully as if she knew they would long outlast 
her temporary stay with him upon this hallowed earth.

There are thorns on the summer roses that are quick to prick
the unwary garden wanderer as he selects the perfect
bloom for lost love now sleeping beneath a marble marker.

Winter arrives quite suddenly with icy cold despair 
and wind whipping drafts against the lonely cabin once built for her 
his rose of youth long dead and gone he lays his head to rest.
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Etgen-Baker Avatar
November 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
compelling imagery and poignant. Outstanding. Faving.
Achara Avatar
November 5, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Thank you.
Goldsmith Avatar
November 5, 2025 at 1:25 PM
"Her Temporary Stay" is a wonderful write/story. "Good Luck" Have a blessed day writing away..............
Achara Avatar
November 5, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Thank you
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