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
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020


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Date: 5/19/2020 7:43:00 AM
Elegant, your line "I notice how I resemble someone else’s’ face" continues to resonate. Congrats on your win.
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Jeanne Mcgee
Date: 5/21/2020 11:38:00 AM
Hey D.W. thanks for reading and commenting. I appreciate it.
Date: 5/17/2020 9:53:00 PM
“Years click by faster than my memories” so much truth in these words, Jeanne. Congrats on your win. John
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Jeanne Mcgee
Date: 5/18/2020 7:21:00 AM
Thanks so much John.
Date: 5/17/2020 4:15:00 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.
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Jeanne Mcgee
Date: 5/18/2020 7:21:00 AM
Thanks for stopping by for a read.
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