Reflections of a House

Mirror, Mirror on the wall..
Secrets told, to enthrall.

If walls could talk of stories foretold.
The truth and lies, of the young and the old.

Creaky floors, heave a sigh.
In the purlieu, where feet danced spry. 

Doors held on by rusted hinges.
Swung open and closed through the ages.

Cobwebs interstice between unknown entities.
Invaders tip toe; the enemy retrieves its bounty. 

Closets full of untold skeletons.
Of ambiguous answers of their wantons.

Cracks finger up and down, the old white ceilings.
Weathering takes its toll around the old dwelling.

The eyes of the house have seen many things.
Through the decades of beatings and blessings.

Dust has settled upon the dilapidated edifice.
Waiting to be reintroduced and resurrected.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Mckenzie Avatar
February 20, 2009 at 12:45 PM
Interesting reflection indeed! Congratulations on your featured poem! Laura :)
Petho Avatar
February 20, 2009 at 8:16 AM
Congrats on the feature~ it reminds me of the time my dad took us to go see the home he grew up in-falling apart but full of life!
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
February 17, 2009 at 11:45 AM
Congratulations Erin on your poem "Reflections of a House" being featured on Poetry Soup this week. Vince
Mason Avatar
February 16, 2009 at 3:28 PM
I was sure I had read this one before but I guess not ... anyway its a wonderful write you've done Erin and a very well-deserved write to be a feature this week at the Soup! Congratulations!
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February 16, 2009 at 1:13 PM
Nice use of personification and imagery. Congratulations on having your poem featured this week. Wishing you continued success with your writing. Karen
Jordan Avatar
February 16, 2009 at 5:45 AM
Erin this poem is very cleaver - seen through the eyes of a home - great poetry - God Bless, MJ
Torres Avatar
December 21, 2008 at 8:50 PM
So clever Erin Loved this so much. GBU Michael
Swanson Avatar
December 21, 2008 at 6:54 AM
This is brilliant writing. Your imagery was excellent, I could see this old house in my mind, hear the sounds it made, you really brought it to life. Happy Holidays & God bless, Amy :)
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