In the Sigh of Memories

we sat
on a blanket of grass
beneath ebony skies
the stars reflecting
in your eyes
as the moon
cast a lambent light
atop the lake nearby
where silhouettes danced
to the cicadas song

we clung to hope
like leaves to trees
as we breathed
within summer's breath

we saw forever
in the span
of a star studded sky
a glisten in eyes
never goodbyes

we wished
upon a fallen star
that love
nor this night
would ever end

we watched 
as dreams
dissipated
like fog
within the dawn
as we fell apart

now we only exist
as we breathe
through the sighs
of memories

august 18, 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Hamilton Avatar
September 18, 2021 at 9:05 AM
Another wonderful write Sandy, enjoyed even the sadness!
Mcconnell Avatar
August 29, 2021 at 12:09 PM
Lovely pen Sandy even so sad but such is life, as memories show is the good and bad side of life. Take care and blessings always, Gordon
Wolves Avatar
August 27, 2021 at 3:53 PM
a lovely yet sad poem
Fenn Avatar
August 23, 2021 at 8:59 PM
I like the dreamy tone to your poem, Sandra. Not everyone can achieve that, but you sure did!
Theraven Avatar
August 23, 2021 at 8:06 PM
Sandra, Fine memories in a liquid touch. Very nice how you made words dance the highs and soft land the lows. What could've been should've been in those sighs. -Richard
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August 21, 2021 at 5:28 AM
I inhale the airiness of lofty measures and drift-free its hypnotic course, alas, exhale I the hints of somber sighs gifts for memories treasure. Exceptional penning, Sandra, and delightfully expressed my friend, Aloha!
Mcintosh Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 12:55 PM
Such a blessing to partake of... amazing writing. God bless you always, Love, Gina
Cunningham Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 12:37 PM
A sad ending Sandra, it wasn't meant to be. Enjoy your weekend. Tom
Proxenos Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 10:28 AM
As Vijay mentioned, you certainly have a signature style which always captivates your readers. Awesome Sandy, Take care Jennifer
Wolf Avatar
August 19, 2021 at 6:53 PM
And here I thought that you verklempt, after all. ~ A Schoene dank, a danke Shoene! (I sure do hope it doesn't rain!) Smiles Gershon
Dietrich Avatar
August 19, 2021 at 3:37 PM
wow, into my mind popped "absolutely beautiful" and I looked down and saw those were Heidi's words ... (great minds!! I have come to learn that Heidi thinks the same as me about a number of things!)
Sands Avatar
August 19, 2021 at 11:15 AM
Absolutely beautiful Sandra :)
Pandit Avatar
August 19, 2021 at 5:32 AM
Awesome poetry my friend. Words take on the meaning of your feelings as they glisten the page, Sandy. Memories indeed sigh. Your signature style always a treat to read. This should be a winner.
Buhagiar Avatar
August 18, 2021 at 11:21 PM
I am glad to see you back and thriving. This is a lovely romantic poem although your parting shot is a tad sad. Best for a win. Hugs
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