Shadows

Lost and alone.  
In the land of shadows. 
Blue skies coming thru. 
I hint about it at times. 
Though never really say it.
I wonder, do they know?
Can they tell by my words?
Or by my silence in place.
I've turned my other cheek.
As I pretend it never happened.
All those barbecues in days past.
I wonder if anyone really knew?




 Jan, 15th 2013  Tues

introspectionmemorydramatic monologue

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Dr.Ram Mehta

April 20, 2014 at 6:19 AM

Wonderful write and congrats on your poem being featured this week, debbie

Phyllis Babcock

April 5, 2013 at 8:53 PM

You left us hanging as to what happened. Now you need to let us know. love phyl

Debbie Duncan

April 6, 2013 at 9:38 PM

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Juanita Thorn

March 29, 2013 at 5:22 AM

I too want to know what happened.....intriguing.

Debbie Duncan

March 29, 2013 at 5:32 PM

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Honesty Oimbo

March 19, 2013 at 11:27 AM

It touches the passions of sadness

Andrea Dietrich

March 15, 2013 at 12:14 AM

hey, where is the new post you mentioned?? I am waiting for it!!

Andrea Dietrich

March 13, 2013 at 10:58 PM

This one makes me wonder what has happened. It seems sad. Very interesting, Debbie.

Poet Destroyer A

March 13, 2013 at 6:33 PM

Sad and deep emotions Debbie, I've been to many events were shadows are cast, I wonder if you felt out of place? always! LINDA

Debbie Duncan

March 13, 2013 at 10:30 PM

Thank you Linda ;}

Debra Squyres

March 13, 2013 at 9:12 AM

I relate, sadly. So many never know what others endure. Thought provoking poem here.

Duke Beaufort

March 13, 2013 at 3:15 AM

It's funny that you commented on "ouch". Your work here is about turning the other cheek. Mr. Kahn and others in positions of power (on the other hand) need to exercise a lot more restraint. I always say--beware of the bulldozer, t-rex, and previously caged escaped rhino type of individuals. These are people I try to avoid when possible. Unfortunately, it's not always possible. and they intrude into our lives. Then a different strategy is in order.

Duke Beaufort

March 13, 2013 at 2:36 PM

I meant "the power of money" sorry about that. I can't think straight that early in the AM!

Jancarl Campi

March 13, 2013 at 12:29 AM

This poem gives the reader lots to think about. I like it, well done! Keep writing.

Debbie Duncan

March 13, 2013 at 12:59 AM

Thank you Jancarl .

Duke Beaufort

March 12, 2013 at 6:19 AM

I think it is and was their loss. They missed out on the reflections of a gem. Hey, I just stopped by to say hi. Keep up the inner peace and thanks for sharing.

Debbie Duncan

March 13, 2013 at 12:18 AM

Hello Duke ;}

Red Omara

March 12, 2013 at 3:25 AM

Definitely one to ponder on, Debbie. Wonder how well any of us ever know anyone else. Or they us. - Red

Debbie Duncan

March 13, 2013 at 12:10 AM

Thank you for reading Red .

Anne-Lise Andresen

March 12, 2013 at 2:16 AM

Debbie, a deep poem. - Came out in the sun, the shadows are cold, dark and lonely. - Hope you are doing fine my friend. - Have a lovely day! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)

Debbie Duncan

March 12, 2013 at 3:23 PM

Thank you for reading Anne ;}

Richard Lamoureux

March 11, 2013 at 7:40 PM

Hopefully not fried green tomatoes. Definately cooked up some emotions. Well done Debbie.

Debbie Duncan

March 12, 2013 at 1:49 AM

Thank you Rick

Joe Maverick

March 11, 2013 at 5:29 AM

Well you have my thoughts cooking in this emotion sizzler Debbie, its always good to hear from you, hope the blue skies to come hold a blessing for you.."

Debbie Duncan

March 12, 2013 at 1:49 AM

Thank you Joe

Donna Jones

March 10, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Are we talking fried green tomatoes here deb? Haha..whatever the blues...I know you are not expected to keep turning the other cheek!...always..Donna

Debbie Duncan

March 10, 2013 at 8:43 PM

I thank you for reading Dona ;}

Donna Jones

March 10, 2013 at 5:21 PM

I know how you feel..pretending all the time around people who think everything is OK, they can't see you are not OK....prayers to you dearest...

John Posey

March 9, 2013 at 4:19 PM

So sad.... Brings out the caring side of Jake. I hope you know, on PS there is ample love for you to overcome anything that saddens you... Love you Darlin'..... Jake

Don Johnson

March 8, 2013 at 6:00 PM

and life toodles by , memory dont lie, whatever else can i do:)

Debbie Duncan

March 8, 2013 at 6:27 PM

hello Don ;}

Terry O'Leary

March 8, 2013 at 11:42 AM

You 'wonder if anyone really knew'... I often wonder if anyone really cares... Very nice poem (though sad)... Terry (thanks for your kind words... hmmm, blue, green ... you might like another earilier poem 'While I gaze in your eyes'...)

Debbie Duncan

March 8, 2013 at 2:11 PM

Thank you for reading Terry ;}

Eileen Manassian

March 8, 2013 at 8:27 AM

Debbie....I've been in the land of shadows. Don't stay there, my dear. Whatever took you there...leave it behind....and come into the land of the light! Lovely write..albeit sad. Hang in there.

Debbie Duncan

March 8, 2013 at 10:15 AM

Thank you for reading Eileen ;}

Keith Bickerstaffe

March 8, 2013 at 5:12 AM

'...as I pretend it never happened,' some tragic event I assume to be some form of abuse. So sorrowful... and extremely well written. Best wishes, Keith

Debbie Duncan

March 8, 2013 at 10:25 AM

Thank you for reading Keith ;}