Postponed


Down a congested subway Trains halt in the underground ; I linger through its seventh stop Patience dusting withered roses -- Again your return postponed.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Hind Avatar
June 25, 2026 at 8:21 PM
this is deep!! congrats!! Love the whole poem, beautiful
Rodrigues Avatar
June 25, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Emotive! We filled with you! Congrats!
Dietrich Avatar
June 24, 2026 at 4:49 PM
You certainly show us all the time how easily beautiful poetry can be created with few words. With this as an example. Congrats
Kendrick Avatar
June 24, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Congratulations on your creative winning work in John's contest. Such talent in a great short work. Way to go. Sara K.
Lawless Avatar
June 24, 2026 at 6:25 AM
An extremely biting 25 words Nette. Paints a vivid picture....thanks for participating in the contest
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