My Song

There is a happy song I cannot sing today, For all the thoughts of you Were surely washed away By swiftly flowing tears, That mingled with the rain. I searched the empty hallways, And every corner of my mind, But all the fading memories Had left me long ago. All I saw were shadows Where you had been before. I listened for your voice In every song I heard But all the fading echoes Had left me long ago, All I heard were shadows Falling to the ground. There is a happy song I want to sing today, Of sunlight mixed with shadows And memories of you, Of flowers, songs, and laughter . . . All mingled with the rain.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 12/2/2015 4:00:00 PM
I love the way your poems forms a shape like that of a stretched concertina being played...it matches with your poem's title! Congrats for having your poem featured in the poetry soup home page! ;-)
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Date: 9/21/2011 3:35:00 PM
This is deep to say the least. Congrats on your feature. Best of wishes.
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Date: 9/21/2011 8:40:00 AM
wow! a lovely picture you are painting there William. I love it
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Date: 9/21/2011 7:46:00 AM
Congratulations on your featured poem this week William. Love, Carol
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Date: 8/10/2011 3:02:00 AM
wow...this is great William...luv it..... a pleasure to read
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Date: 8/7/2011 5:06:00 PM
Nice use of imagery to share your thoughts. The poem flows well. The emotion comes through your words. Thank you for your kind comment. Keep on writing! Karen
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Date: 8/8/2011 4:47:00 PM
Karen,I'm back from Canada and look forward to getting back into my poetry.I appreciate your comments and will respond in kind.William .
Date: 7/26/2011 1:26:00 PM
Hope you are having a wonderful week William. I have enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry today. Love, Carol
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Date: 7/26/2011 11:31:00 PM
carol, you're always so positive. I like hearing from you.I'm still trying to catch up on my reading and commenting.I'm heading for Canada to see my ailing brother .Crossfox- Bill
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