Seems Like Yesterday- Mystic

Seems like yesterday I heard your voice
floating through the window,
calling me in from the street
where childhood games stretched into forever.

Seems like yesterday the seasons felt endless,
summers of bare feet on hot pavement,
winters of breath drawn white against the dark.
We thought the days would never learn how to end.

Seems like yesterday
You were by my side,
steady in the quiet moments.
your eyes full of hope,
Your laugh pulled me forward,
steady and warm.

But life twisted the path
and I lost you
somewhere along the way.

Still…
when the wind brushes the trees.
I swear I hear you…
a part of yesterday
laced into today
reminding me love never leaves,
it only changes shape.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025


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Date: 9/21/2025 4:10:00 AM
Ahhh!!! I like this one. I am glad I chose it as one that I would read today. It is wonderful to remember a voice from the path of life that has influenced you in a positive light. Reads like a good contender for the contest to me. Way to go. Sara K
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Rowena Velasco
Date: 9/21/2025 4:11:00 AM
Thanks, Sara! So happy you enjoyed it
Date: 9/21/2025 3:17:00 AM
A poem dotted with longings and a tinge of sadness. But at the end there is a nubile reflection---' love never leaves, it only changes shape' . Let us hopefully wait for the turn of events. A lovely poem, dear Rowena.
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Rowena Velasco
Date: 9/21/2025 3:46:00 AM
Thank you so much! it’s all about holding onto love, no matter how it transforms.
Date: 9/20/2025 11:23:00 PM
Rowena a beautiful sentimental poem …love the last stanza! Debx
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Rowena Velasco
Date: 9/21/2025 12:20:00 AM
Thanks, Debx! Really glad you liked the ending.
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