Miso

a first sip of miso soup
exotic and warm
forging a downward path
flowing like a life force

transporting me
as I close my eyes
to a timeless moment
sharing with countless kin
through the ages

young and old
some in the prime of life
some near their final breath
the sum of their days
deep in their heart



AP: Honorable Mention 2020

Submitted on March 6, 2019 for STANDARD CONTEST 190 sponsored by BRIAN STRAND  -  RANKED 1ST
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Mcguire Avatar
March 8, 2019 at 6:12 PM
Nice Win Miss Line!
Gauthier Avatar
March 8, 2019 at 7:09 PM
Thank you, Timothy. Most appreciated.
Gentile Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 11:20 AM
How sublime that you have crafted this lovely poem from the subject of Miso. One of my favorites as well!!
Gauthier Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 11:28 AM
Thanks for your lovely visit and comment, Mike. Most appreciated.
Sietesantos Avatar
October 13, 2018 at 10:04 AM
What a coincidence - I had two bowls of wonderful miso soup at a Japanese restaurant last night and it warmed my stomach and my heart! I love the symbolic connection with memories of loved one. Great write, Line! Hugs. Pandita
Gauthier Avatar
October 13, 2018 at 10:28 AM
What a fun coincidence, Pandita. Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment.
Mcferran Avatar
October 12, 2018 at 10:56 AM
LOVE this!... even though it makes me hungry for miso soup! ;P
Gauthier Avatar
October 12, 2018 at 11:16 AM
LOL. Thanks for your delightful visit, Rhona.
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