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Ah it was a grand life

Searching

Living in shadows of times gone by
Are they real or just imagination
They flit by unable to be caught
Just like watching a flickering film.

There one moment gone the next
I see visons of days in Africa 
Hot dreams of things that once
were every day happing's.

Like going on safari 
hearing lions roaring
deep and gruff so close
You felt that you could touch them.

Swimming in the ocean
so clear one could see the bottom
fish flashing by through seaweed
fat slugs and blue jelly fish.

Nights that were nearly bright
as day time just a bit spooky 
Shadows all around you
things flashing by.

Four a clock in morning
walking my dog and a tribe
of neighbours dogs that
joined us they were a pack.

That I had very little control 
over, enemies at all other times
but woe betide any thing they met
they went like a pack for them.

These are just some of memories
taken from the distant past
I treasure these thoughts
of days long gone by.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025


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Date: 9/17/2025 10:31:00 AM
I understandnd what you mean. There is a pull to go back, but it's never the same. Your poem is an excellent look at passing of time.
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Date: 9/17/2025 12:03:00 PM
it would not be too many changes have taken place I fear that the Africa I knew is gone for good ty Hilda for your visit hugs Shadow
Date: 9/17/2025 7:40:00 AM
Dear Shadow, I love how you describe them as fleeting, like a "flickering film," and then bring them to life with such personal details. The images of the lions roaring, the clear ocean, and the early morning dog walks are so powerful and transportive. Loved It. Blessings, Shadow, Daniel
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Shadow Hamilton
Date: 9/17/2025 9:23:00 AM
Daniel so delightful to hear from you and such lovely commits I will treasure them hugs Shadow
Date: 9/17/2025 1:54:00 AM
Beautiful poetry, very soothing.
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Shadow Hamilton
Date: 9/17/2025 9:18:00 AM
Dear Arthur how nice to hear from you ty for your remarks glad you liked it hugs Shadow
Date: 9/16/2025 5:51:00 PM
captivating and nostalgic in unique and beautiful way. The first few lines drew me in. The last few lines gave me pause. Nicely done! have a pleasant evening!
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Shadow Hamilton
Date: 9/16/2025 6:13:00 PM
ty Sara it was great to relive those days hugs Shadow
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