Jeanne Mcgee Poet Quintain (Sicilian)

My Weathered Deck

My Weathered Deck


          At this time through which I am the lead
            With days flowing out from behind myself
              I am using a much slower life speed
                And see my history books lined up on my shelf
                  As the things of the past I no longer need

                  A trade wind blows across my weathered deck
                  I see pictures scatter through my over filled head
               This year I’ve been apt to stop often to reflect          
            How my steps have used a lot of life tread
          Now I’m worn on the edges, an earthly project

         The stage is set to leave without much trace
            Years click away faster than my memories can
              I notice how I resemble someone else’s’ face
               Designed by lucky fate or a unique master plan
                  With twilight comes a slower spool with my grace

written 5-15-2020
Brian's Choice J-  1st place
Thank you Brian...:D
Your best poem 2020 Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: John Hamilton  N/A

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D.W. Rodgers May 19, 2020 at 7:43 AM Elegant, your line "I notice how I resemble someone else’s’ face" continues to resonate. Congrats on your win. Jeanne Mcgee May 21, 2020 at 11:38 AM Hey D.W. thanks for reading and commenting. I appreciate it.

John Gondolf May 17, 2020 at 9:53 PM “Years click by faster than my memories” so much truth in these words, Jeanne. Congrats on your win. John Jeanne Mcgee May 18, 2020 at 7:21 AM Thanks so much John.

Michael Tor May 17, 2020 at 4:15 PM Your words are so well thought and you are so right how time effects everything and how it goes by so fast. Enjoyed reading. Will have to read more. Jeanne Mcgee May 18, 2020 at 7:21 AM Thanks for stopping by for a read.