The Last Time

because this may be
the last time
I sing this song
sincerely and reverently
into open air
in this place
that knows my stride
through braided seasons
seemingly without end

I sing
as the cardinal
opens the day
radiant in golden hue

I sing for you
as the song dances on air
in the intervals 
between sound and silence

I sing
because this time
shall be unlike any other
echoing in the place
memory reserves as its own
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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June 11, 2017 at 11:38 AM
I love this poem, it is beautiful, and I especially appreciate the second stanza!
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June 11, 2017 at 9:07 PM
Dear Darren, Thank you for your thoughtful comments: I am most grateful. David Sermersheim
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