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Lost In the Desert

Lost in the desert, in the early dawn's light,
the sand is cool, the distant palm tree seems so quiet,
the water bottle is half empty, the hope is half alive,
there is cool anticipation, the path to hope is so much in sight.

Lost in the desert, in the hot midday sun,
the sand blows all over up and around my head,
Far away, it seems like a cavalry of camels is coming to rescue me,
the mirage of oasis all around makes me feel home all over again.

Lost in the desert, in the moon lit evening hours,
watch my lovers smile in the silvery shining sand,
Shifting thru the layers of sand, memories slip thru my fingers in time,
The longing of union becomes so intense, only to evaporate as the dew in the sand.

Lost in the desert, in the late dark nights,
I wish from the breaking stars to fulfill my desires of life,
The ghosts of past come whirling by as bats in my dream,
only to wake me up from my frightening dream.
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George Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 9:03 PM
A desert is puzzling and enchanting at the same time. You have d beautifully picturized the charm and dread of the puzzling panorama of sand. Simply beautiful.....
Poet Avatar
September 16, 2023 at 7:33 PM
Jay, your writing is a captivating tapestry of profound metaphors that transport the reader into the depths of emotion. It must be an indescribably harrowing experience to find oneself entangled in such a treacherous predicament. Your skillful poem gracefully paints a vivid picture of the complexities of the human condition. Well done.
Andresen Avatar
September 16, 2023 at 1:41 PM
- A nightmare ... a terrifying experience, Jay - Great written :) - hugs
Lane Avatar
September 16, 2023 at 11:26 AM
What a terrible feeling it must be to be in such a situation. Nice writing, Jay.
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