Timothy Mcguire Poet Haibun

The Weathered Staircase

Approaching the weathered staircase to climb the porch of this forgotten house, the sunlight streaks through the holes in the roof to highlight the once regal ferns and the overgrown garden. Peering through cracked window of the front door I see the elegant rosette that once invited guests into this home. I close my eyes and the wind whispers of days gone by filled with love, laughter and the losses of the families that lived here. Sadly, I am reminded of what a grand home it was.

the cold wind chills 
the dry bones of this home
silently searching

Decaying House Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Constance La France
7/13/20

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Kelly Deschler October 1, 2020 at 4:58 PM I've always found it sad to see those old houses being forgotten and left to decay... This compelling write brings them back to life once more with the lonely, yet welcoming atmosphere it creates... An excellent poem Timothy! I am adding this one to my favorites :) Timothy Mcguire October 2, 2020 at 2:25 PM Thank you so much Kelly for your kind words. The best to you and yours!

Aditi Mishra July 27, 2020 at 4:46 AM Such a heartfelt muse Timothy. The sadness drips towards the end into memories. Congratulations on your win! :) Timothy Mcguire July 27, 2020 at 6:33 PM thank you so much Aditi!

Constance La France July 25, 2020 at 9:31 AM Timothy, congratulations on your win in my decaying house contest with this wonderful write _Constance Timothy Mcguire July 27, 2020 at 6:34 PM Thank you Constance!

Jan Allison July 19, 2020 at 4:04 PM I love the haibun form Timothy, many congratulations on your win:-) hugs Jan xx Timothy Mcguire July 19, 2020 at 5:05 PM Me too thanks Jan

Tom Cunningham July 18, 2020 at 4:33 AM Love the imagery of the old house Timothy, they hold so many memories. Tom Timothy Mcguire July 19, 2020 at 5:05 PM Thanks Tom

Line Gauthier July 17, 2020 at 10:48 PM I love this form ~ the combo is a striking impact. Timothy Mcguire July 17, 2020 at 11:14 PM I like it very much too, gives more body to the haiku

Winged Warrior July 14, 2020 at 5:05 AM Awesome write my friend...great entry Timothy...best wishes...^WW^ :o) Timothy Mcguire July 14, 2020 at 2:46 PM Thank you WW, the best to you and yours!

Gershon Wolf July 13, 2020 at 10:06 PM 'silently searching' -- superb third line... superb haibun. You really have a feel for this form, my friend. Thanks, Gershon Timothy Mcguire July 13, 2020 at 11:11 PM Thank you Gershon, I like this form of poetry.