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Man On the Sidewalk

To: the “Timeless” One Like parallel lines that don’t intersect Like strangers in subways that never connect Like messages in bottles that never reach shore Like a drained stream, I don’t try any more. Because You’re like a stormy cloud that dampened my light Like a blank stare in the dead of the night Like a worn out movie that’s stuck on rewind You’re that man on the sidewalk, ten steps behind. Love, The Hourglass

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/6/2018 5:32:00 PM

Hello Ronda, you have a good imagination. A lovely poem.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/11/2018 6:40:00 PM

Thank you, Darlene. Much appreciated.

Caycay Jennings

Date: 3/4/2018 8:56:00 PM

I know, I mean KNOW that I commented on this creative poem. Where did it go? We'll never know. Bonus, upside is I got to enjoy reading it all over again. You have a healthy imagination that your pen harmonizes with in a spectacularly unique way. I hope this stays in the box, on the page and behaves. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/11/2018 6:40:00 PM

Hi CayCay! I'm behind in my readings again. I really need to quit all my extracurricular activities (evil smile) and write, but I've drawn a blank lately. Thank you for your kindness, Dearheart.

Paul Callus

Date: 3/2/2018 1:13:00 PM

What a dejecting relationship this is, Rhoda (if it can be classed as one!). Best to cut all ties and seek new pastures. Regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/3/2018 6:36:00 PM

Thanks, Paul. You are a good friend.

Pat Adams

Date: 2/26/2018 7:53:00 AM

This is a really good poem with excellent rhyme and cadence. Makes you think. I keep wanting to read it over and over. Excellent write! A FAV for me!!

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/3/2018 6:36:00 PM

Garsh, Pat, you're making me blush...thank you so much