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Melancholy Skies

On these days
With melancholy skies
I reflect on past things
That stir me to sighs

Of Lost opportunities 
Or those dear ones above
Mistakes on mistakes 
Against those I love

Gray day clouds
Like a mirror to reflect 
Those past errors
Or things of neglect 

Introspective views
Of things I’d rather forget
A vow not to repeat
To cause more regret

While painful to admit 
In a personal review 
Of how we travel this life
Give direction on how to renew




TLR
2-26-18

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Robert Kinard

Date: 11/21/2019 1:45:00 PM

I think it's a nice poem although I can't bring myself to write one, even when I feel it. It may be a guy thing.

Tom Rutherford
Date: 12/20/2019 5:42:00 AM

I understand Robert. Sometimes words flow for me and sometimes... nothing! It should really be a human thing, not male or female just written from the heart. Not influenced by the social stereotypes or judgement. Thanks for the comment and happy holidays!

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/18/2018 10:52:00 AM

Hello Tom Rutherford, this poem you wrote I feel like it is written for me. Not to me. That is exactly how I feel. have a nice dsay my friend.