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In the Wake

weathered with time
the old rocker sat on the porch 
slightly creaking

she drew the blinds steadfast
as the storm approached

with every flash
she saw years of life
pass on by
as if a movie
playing
before her eyes

she felt the thunder 
pounding 
as it echoed
within her chest

she could feel
the chill of air
with every winded breath
as she closed her eyes
to the darkness of night

weathered with time
she lies still
in the wake
of her life

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/9/2021 12:02:00 PM

Beautiful use of symbolism and metaphor Sandra! Congratulations! Wonderful to, once again, read your oh so creative writing and be touched by it. Blessings and a hug.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/9/2021 1:51:00 AM

I think that this poem qualifies as being 'sufficiently woke' for a win in Brian's contest! Rock on! ~ Gershon

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/1/2021 10:50:00 AM

A sad well written poem Sandra, it was so lovely hearing from after such a while, I hope you are keeping well and look forward to communicating with you once more. Take care my friend, Blessings and hugs Jennifer.

Ann Foster

Date: 7/22/2021 8:27:00 AM

Excellent imagery... I was sad in the end... Well written. Ann

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/22/2021 5:22:00 AM

I see this is a winner, not surprising. You have a way of conveying such deep emotions. Hugs Rick.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 7/21/2021 1:34:00 PM

A rather fine piece Sandy, great to have you back on board for you're truly missed especially by me! Take care, hugs and blessings, Gordon

Chris Green

Date: 7/21/2021 6:04:00 AM

I knew there was something I missed about this place and this is it. Your beautiful poetry always touched me and this is no exception. Beautifully done my friend.

Daisy Ward

Date: 7/17/2021 9:43:00 AM

Congrats on your win, it's a very moving poem.

Terry Miller

Date: 7/17/2021 1:03:00 AM

Congratulations on a fine write.

Beata Agustin

Date: 7/17/2021 12:20:00 AM

Congrats! Thanks for sharing this, making me reflective, nostalgic, and yes, prayerful to be ready when I will be summoned by my Creator... God bless you.

Curtis Johnson

Date: 7/16/2021 7:06:00 PM

Congrats on this very find piece.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/16/2021 2:18:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. A beautiful story/write. I love old rockers on a porch. A great way to sit and remember the past. Have a blessed day with your win............

John Gondolf

Date: 7/12/2021 5:55:00 AM

"she lies still in the wake of her life"... A very poignant verse on aging and facing death. Your ink is pure gold, Sandy. Hugs, John

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 7/11/2021 5:27:00 PM

I love this, Sandy. It's beautiful. A breath of inspiration. Love it. God bless you, Love, Gina

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/11/2021 6:25:00 AM

Time goes by so quickly Sandra before we know it we're looking back wondering how much more we can look ahead. Enjoy your weekend, hope you are well. Tom