John Posey Poet Rhyme

More Than a Memory

More Than A  Memory

I see her clearly, in the sunset’s last glow,
And she speaks to me in a voice soft and low.
There’s no doubt what I see is a mystery
To those who know she was taken from me.

The sun dips low and soon sinks to rest
And I’m left in the starlight, confused and obsessed.
A vision from yesterday will haunt me all night
And morning will find me still eager to fight.

Her eyes remain bright, though never as clear
As they now lack the passion as when she was near.
I reach, but can’t touch her – my heart can but ache –
When she becomes real is when I awake.

I’m trapped in this whirlwind of yesterday’s pain
And fight the reality that toys with my brain.
I wonder why fate can be so unkind
As to take one away and leave one behind.

I know she is trying. the chasm to breach
That now lies between us - she's just out of our reach.
And she seems to be more than just a glow -
She's more than a memory from so long ago.

Written By John Posey
06/13/13

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Lucilla Carrillo October 20, 2013 at 11:17 AM John I think this is so beautiful and heartfelt. It hits very close to home. Next month it will be 4 years that my husband passed and I still wonder - why did I have to stay? I give you a 7 . Thanks for sharing.... Lucilla John Posey October 20, 2013 at 11:45 AM Lucilla, dearest, It was for you and all who, in sweet remembrance, face the grief of loves lost that. this was written.... May all God's comfort smother your sorrow.... Jake

Shirley Candy July 8, 2013 at 5:34 AM "I wonder why fate can be so unkind As to take one away and leave one behind." ~ I felt this way once.. :( This is so beautiful in melancholic way..nicely written, Jake. Thank you for sharing... John Posey July 8, 2013 at 7:38 AM Shirley, I wrote this after the phrase, "More Than A Memory" popped into my head. It was very easy to build on... Thanks for the visit.... Jake

Colleen Bono July 3, 2013 at 12:25 PM beautiful words that flow with ease.Thank you for your visits and kind heart.My poems are my thoughts and feelings.I fight with these thoughts EVERYDAY.But people like you can hold them in place.Colleen John Posey July 3, 2013 at 3:02 PM Colleen, my sweet friend, it's not so much that I can restrain my thoughts. It's more that I know when to turn them over to God. He is my strength and should this ever label me a religious fanatic, I have defined a religious fanatic as someone who loves God more than I do. I reach out to anyone that is in need of the peace I have in who I am, in Christ. .... Always.... Jake

Gary Wayne Hill July 2, 2013 at 12:48 PM A sad but wonderful piece this, full of raw emotion, you can tell every word is from the heart. The flow and rhyme is faultless and was heartbreaking to read, but so glad I did. Bravo :) John Posey July 2, 2013 at 2:13 PM Many thanks, my friend. This one, thankfully is strictly fantasy... written solely for effect..... Jake

Donna Jones June 30, 2013 at 9:23 PM I believe she does reach you by reading this Jake...your heart is full. John Posey July 1, 2013 at 5:11 AM Donna, your kind comments are so comforting. I treasure your visits... Many hugs to you.... Jake

Isaiah Zerbst June 28, 2013 at 10:48 PM Glad I chose this one to read today. It looks like a masterpiece to me! Beautiful and emotional all the way through! + on the meter and rhythm! John Posey June 29, 2013 at 2:36 AM My friend, I have discovered that this poem has to catch the reader in the right mood. I really appreciate your review and I treasure your comments.... Respectfully.... Jake

Debbie Knapp June 27, 2013 at 12:20 PM John ~ This is beautiful and filled with love that continues no matter what. I believe in life after death. My poem; When I'm Gone -- refers to this, an angel by your side. You are a poet with special love in your heart my friend. John Posey June 27, 2013 at 5:01 PM You are special, my friend... I believe we write with the same ink.... Jake

Eileen Manassian June 24, 2013 at 10:03 AM Wow! I can see why this won! There is beauty in sorrow....true love never dies. Thank you for your visits, John. God bless!!! John Posey June 24, 2013 at 11:34 AM Thanks for the appreciated comment. Your visits are always a highlight... Love ya dearly.... Jake

Cecilia Macfarlane June 23, 2013 at 12:57 PM John this is an excellent and poignant poem. Congrats on a great win and write! Hugs John Posey June 23, 2013 at 1:55 PM Thank you, dear friend. I really am glad to see you on my page.... It means so much to old wordsmiths like me...Jake

Carrie Richards June 21, 2013 at 4:34 PM This is a lovely, yet melancholy memory, it leaves one with that longing feeling of loss! Nicely done, John!! John Posey June 21, 2013 at 7:10 PM Thank you, Carrie. This was written as pure fantasy and my intent was to rip the reader's heart out, knowing that the fantasy was real for many who experience it daily. I hope I said it in such a way that they feel they have now been heard..... Love ya... Jake

Siza Sibiya June 19, 2013 at 8:05 AM Congrats John on a beaytifully written peice. John Posey June 19, 2013 at 9:48 AM Thanks for the visit and comment. It is much appreciated.... Jake

Joseph May June 18, 2013 at 6:37 AM congrats on a great write and win John John Posey June 18, 2013 at 7:56 AM Many thanks, my friend. I appreciate your visit.... Jake

S.Jagathsimhan Nair June 18, 2013 at 6:15 AM John, Big congrats on the 1st place win, I love this beauty though it makes me a bit sad, well written, friend!! Jag John Posey June 18, 2013 at 7:49 AM Thank you, Jag. It is a bit sad, but it reflects the reality that some face daily.... I appreciate your comments.... Jake

Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 7:02 PM Beautiful John, well done excellent win. John Posey June 17, 2013 at 7:13 PM Richard, I consider any comment from you as valusble as any win.... Thanks.... Jake

Connie Gildersleeve June 17, 2013 at 6:48 PM Congratulations on your fine win. This is a beautiful but sad poem, bittersweet. Warm Smiles, Connie John Posey June 17, 2013 at 7:12 PM Thank you, Connie. Your comment is of great value and much appreciated..... Jake

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl June 17, 2013 at 1:10 PM Congratulations John this is a beauty xx John Posey June 17, 2013 at 3:23 PM Mandy, You are a jewel and I appreciate your comments... Jake

Skat A June 17, 2013 at 11:52 AM I love the glow in your poem John, ~CONGRATULATIONS~ thank you for taking your time and entering my contest. Luv* SKAT John Posey June 17, 2013 at 3:22 PM Thank you, SKAT.... I am honored..... Jake

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl June 13, 2013 at 11:41 AM so sad John and so beautiful xx John Posey June 13, 2013 at 12:44 PM Yes, Mandy, it is sad. But it was written for the Fantasy contest. Sometimes, I believe fantasies can be sad... Thank you, Darlin', for your visit. Love and hugs.... Jake