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The Sands of Time and Magic Rain

Oh, rain upon me sands of time
               with thoughts and memories sublime
and with each kiss of magic dust
                    transport me to that place I trust

For in the world that is no more
                          there is always an open door
to visit those I’ve left behind
                      until the day, their souls to find

Oh, sands of time, please let me fan
                 the flames of a much younger man
whose mirror saw a softer face
                         in days of love I can’t replace

To taste of all this life has shared
               yet, free of fear from what ensnared
security knows well the past
                     for nothing changes, free at last

And then, return me to this day
                      with everything I’ve had in play
so grateful for the life I’ve known
               and everything I’ve just been shown

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Warren Doll

Date: 8/31/2022 4:59:00 PM

Mike, one of your best. An instant save for me~ Warren

Mike Gentile
Date: 9/1/2022 9:09:00 AM

Thank you so much Warren !!

Bill Baker

Date: 8/30/2022 4:59:00 PM

Deep thoughts, Mike. I'd like to take that journey. A lot to think about in this fine poem, my friend. I enjoyed reading your poems tonight. Thanks for sharing, Bill

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/31/2022 5:57:00 AM

Thanks so much Bill!!!

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/23/2022 7:44:00 AM

This is beautiful Mike. Very well written . A Fave for me. Thanks for sharing. Happy Tuesday :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/23/2022 10:40:00 AM

Thanks much Heidi, Happy Tuesday xxoo

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/22/2022 2:04:00 PM

So poetic in the nostalgia you summon up, Mike. Love the way you ask the sands of time to rain down upon you. May your dreams come true! ~ wishuponastar

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/22/2022 4:02:00 PM

Thanks so much Gershon!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/22/2022 1:23:00 AM

This is the kind of poetry that inspires me most Mike. This is incredibly beautiful. I can relate to every line. I must keep this magnificent work of art in my Faves. After reading this I am going to sleep in hopes your words will concur a lovely dream. Thank you my friend. Blessings xxoo

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/22/2022 4:27:00 AM

Connie, if you found anything in my write that could inspire a lovely dream, then I am indeed must flattered! Thank you so much xxoo

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/19/2022 6:32:00 AM

Wow, love this soul searching poetry, Mike. Love the meaningful words and the theme. I can relate to the yearning of a second chance...Stay Well Harry.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/19/2022 10:04:00 AM

Thank you so much Harry!! Happy Friday!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/17/2022 10:35:00 AM

It's nice to look back on your life both the good and the bad and you wonder where time went. Hope your week is going well Mike Tom

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/17/2022 6:29:00 PM

Thanks Tom, I hope you have a great week as well!

L Milton Hankins

Date: 8/17/2022 9:40:00 AM

Mike, this is what I call a gorgeous poem. I only wish I had the talent to write like this, and I so appreciate your sharing your gift with all of us. a FAVE. Have a marvelous week, my friend.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/17/2022 6:31:00 PM

Milt, you are so generous with your kind words, thank you!!