The Exodus

Oh this hour is ill
rends those it should reunite
together as one,
yet my wings from you in flight
time it is to say goodbye.

© Harry J Horsman 2013
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Lamoureux Avatar
June 27, 2013 at 8:38 AM
When I read this again, Yoda came to mind. It must be the wisdom that permeates the piece. Have a great day Harry.
Duncan Avatar
April 29, 2013 at 12:46 AM
I think I should learn how to write Tanka, glad you liked my tell, I needed some humor ;} thank you for reading '}
Collins Avatar
April 13, 2013 at 7:53 AM
Oh noooo! I love your old world style in this one. love, Kathy
Johnson Avatar
April 10, 2013 at 3:20 PM
The human spirit has solemn wings. Alone in flight is how it sings. If one day comes back round. Together we'll hear a lovely sound. Peace. :)
Goodwin Avatar
April 10, 2013 at 12:33 AM
Very deep. Excellent write! Thanks for commenting on mine. -- Sean
Manassian Avatar
April 8, 2013 at 5:06 PM
Hi Harry! Soup Mail!
Ougo Avatar
April 8, 2013 at 3:15 AM
There's always a time for everything...a time to read beautiful poems like this..and a time to beg you to stay... after a good read :-)
Poet Avatar
April 7, 2013 at 11:20 AM
Very nice tanka here harry.Thought provoking write.
Neels Avatar
April 7, 2013 at 10:09 AM
Hi Harry, just had to come and say hello to you. Miss you *hugs*
Komala Avatar
April 7, 2013 at 9:03 AM
dearest Harry.. thank you so much for every visits and supports.. and hoping to read your writes soon <3 :) much luv and hugs <3 Sk
Williams Avatar
April 7, 2013 at 7:49 AM
Harry back for another taste of this wonderful write....David
A   Avatar
April 6, 2013 at 10:27 PM
hello Harry, it is hard to say goodbye... sometimes exodus happen in such a way we don't even get to say and leave with the proper goodbyes .... and if it's a goodbye you are saying... it is going to be hard... adding more hurt to myself is not good... and like my sis on the bottom.. I love it when you stop by always... sorry I haven't been on as much as i was. I do try to keep up. It helps to keep my mind off of things. I hope to hear from you soon. I know you will not leave without a hug. PD
A  Avatar
April 6, 2013 at 6:02 PM
Harry, hope this is only a poem. You are one of the reasons I still log on to the soup. Love-Skat
Burch Avatar
April 6, 2013 at 10:22 AM
O!! 'arry such angst! Fabulous! Well done. Thank you for your visit and kind words 'arry ;) Big Hug Deb
Carrillo Avatar
April 4, 2013 at 3:18 PM
This don't sound too good to me. If you are living - you didn't ask for permission. You are not allowed to go. Lucilla
Kendrick Avatar
April 3, 2013 at 3:49 PM
Enjoyed reading this one today..I hope that it is just a poem and not a goodbye unless you really need to say goodbye..Thanks for your visit..Your comment was uplifting..Sara
Andresen Avatar
April 3, 2013 at 10:28 AM
- I'm not that good with "goodbye" ....... - Well written Harry. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
Jones Avatar
April 2, 2013 at 4:39 PM
Farewell..friend......Donna
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
April 2, 2013 at 2:18 AM
never say goodbye always, adieu, and leave the door unlocked behind you xx
Lamoureux Avatar
April 1, 2013 at 5:37 PM
Say hello the heck with goodbye.
Anglesey Avatar
April 1, 2013 at 5:13 PM
This resonated with me Specifically "this hour is ill". I see this as one who is passing on. It reminded me of the recent loss of my mother. Eloquent words
Dietrich Avatar
April 1, 2013 at 3:24 PM
Hi, there, my friend, thanks for reading my poems today. I need to hurry home from work soon. Will check back later for new poems from you. Luv, Andrea
Williams Avatar
April 1, 2013 at 2:56 PM
Harry I may well join you, very good ....David
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March 31, 2013 at 6:56 PM
Staggering is the thought dear poet, of one that is ripped from us, and too...one who says goodby. This time of year, I'm reminded of Jesus Christ. This is truly a thought provoking write my friend ! Awesome ! Have a wonderful week my friend...much love, james
Manassian Avatar
March 31, 2013 at 4:26 PM
Harry....I DO HOPE THIS ISN'T TRUE! :( Well....the poem is absolutely beautiful...but I do hope it isn't true. Please verify! Thanks!
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