Hiatus

...inspired by October Tune by Joseph Brodsky


A shelf reveals sepia-toned pictures,
floorboards groan with memories 
of ages past and old men creaking,
shadows flicker lightly on the wall.

Hours flow as lava creeps, 
and scattered letters lie forgotten,
dust motes float, their orbits spinning,
shifted by the ghosts of yesteryear.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Whatley Avatar
February 29, 2016 at 3:12 AM
Such ominous and vivid imagery in this one, Excellent stuff as always Keith!
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February 29, 2016 at 1:13 PM
Thank you Michael! Much appreciated. Keith
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