Shifting Frames

The glass once lucid
now deflects glow differently.

A chuckle clenched in the wind,
blanching and flaming.
Where were we?

Footprints echo, retreat, advance
sagging floor, missing nails.

Not long enough--
like a wheeze folding in and out,
a beam of light held in a still moment.

Sagging floor, nails missing,
steps forth, then retreat.
Where were we,
blanching and flaming,
a chuckle loosed in the wind—

now the glass, no longer lucid,
deflects the glow differently.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Sands Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 6:49 AM
A great descriptive poem about change and I feel a sense of loss. Well expressed. :)
Velasco Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Thanks so much!
DiMino Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Yep, the night out, is not always the same as morning reflection -- which do we treasure more? A warped fondness for even many of my mistakes -- I say, don't eat one's own heart. You get a FAV! Great poetry!
Velasco Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Thank you so much! I love how you reflect on the contrast between night and morning, and how even our mistakes can hold a strange kind of fondness. Your words add a thoughtful layer to the poetry. Really appreciate the FAV and your kind support!
Poet Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 5:02 AM
Great poem about time passing and changes inherent to nature. Memory, loss, and the fleeting character of life are among the topics you tackle nicely here.
Velasco Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Thanks so much! I’m happy the poem’s take on time and life’s changes connected with you. Those themes really inspire me. Appreciate your kind feedback!
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