Time

Minutes pass like the slow falling grains in an hourglass. 
Days fade away like the clouds of spring showers in early May.
Time goes on though you may not hear the ticks.
With mysterious design
Time; one of nature’s best tricks. 
Some of us move forward,
Others stuck in the past.
Though we must be quick to make a move,
For this moment could be our last.
Seconds waste no time like the beating of my heart.
Hours can seem torturous.
Those who are impatient would rather be torn apart.
Your life may end when expected or suddenly,
But remember time doesn’t stop for you,
Neither will it for me.

03.28.2013
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Fulghum Avatar
June 25, 2013 at 7:03 AM
Very nice Andrea, I really enjoyed your poem. It's verses ring so true. Loved it.
Rose Avatar
July 11, 2013 at 1:35 AM
thanks for the compliment! :)
A  Avatar
June 24, 2013 at 12:35 PM
Your poem is featured:) congratulations, hope you have a good week, SKAT
Rose Avatar
July 11, 2013 at 1:33 AM
Thank you so much!! :)
Bordner Avatar
June 15, 2013 at 2:18 PM
Strong metaphysics in this write Andrea - good customization on a classic theme, no simple task, no slight accomplishment - the heart is a very efficient instrument - the 10th line has magic in it - J.A.B. %
Rose Avatar
June 15, 2013 at 3:21 PM
Thanks for all of the appreciation. Yes a classic theme I tried to put a simple but truthful twist on and didn't mention a thing about it healing as many people do. Not saying it is a good or bad thing just glad I felt I had more to say other than that I guess. But thanks again Justin!
A  Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 10:59 PM
Your poem is cool, Andrea.............SKAT
Rose Avatar
June 15, 2013 at 3:19 PM
Thanks for the love! :)
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June 14, 2013 at 9:29 PM
Hi Andrea,. Dropping in with a nice warm WELCOME to poetry soup. My name is Linda; I’m here to invite you on over to my latest contest. You will find the contest page on the top left hand side* please consider my contest in the future* hopefully I can be one of your first poetry soup friends. You are welcomed to look for me anytime you need certain feedback on any given poem. I look forward in following you and your poetry. Hope to hear from you soon. You will enjoy the community; we are one big happy family. (Drama & Love- LOL) * Always * ;-) Linda
Rose Avatar
June 15, 2013 at 3:19 PM
I looked at your contest and entered thank you for telling me about it :) enjoy reading your submissions and thank you for the welcome as well and I hope you get to enjoy my poetry as I am sure I will thoroughly enjoy yours.
Scott Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 3:08 PM
THIS IS COOL YES TIME WAITS FOR NO MAN THIS IS JUST LIKE MY RECENT POEM CALLED TIME NOT IN SAME PATTERN BUT SAME THEAME LOVE IT WELCOME TO SOUP XXX DAVIDSCOTT LOVE YOPUR AVATAR
Rose Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 3:54 PM
Lol my avatar is me! And thank you for all your compliments.
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June 14, 2013 at 2:14 PM
This was very well written. Thank you for sharing and for you visiting my poems. I'm glad you can relate. I've come across a couple of people here on the soup that think like me and I like them... well done!!!
Rose Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 3:54 PM
:) Your welcome and thank you again for your kid words!
Orozco Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 9:17 AM
Beautiful piece, time sure is harsh and for many of us who stand idly by fate is never late. - Edward
Rose Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 9:29 AM
Thats why we need to live life to the fullest :) as I have stated in my other poem!
Rose Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 9:29 AM
&Thank You again!
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June 14, 2013 at 12:52 AM
- Andrea, lovely poem. - Thank you - Welcome to P-Soup! - Hope you will get much pleasure from sharing your thoughts and words here with us. - Have fun with poetry. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
Rose Avatar
June 14, 2013 at 4:56 AM
Aw thank you so much Anne-Lise :) The love is much much appreciated! I am already enjoying this site just getting some recognition for my work also the simple fact I can share my thoughts of course as well as inspire others and being inspired! Hope you have a lovely day! xo
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June 13, 2013 at 10:50 PM
You couldn't be more right. Act fast, but smart and embrace the "YOLO". :)
Rose Avatar
June 13, 2013 at 11:22 PM
Thanks again Drake!
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June 13, 2013 at 6:13 PM
Awesome write...your work is truly amazing and inspiring....thanks for sharing.
Rose Avatar
June 13, 2013 at 11:21 PM
Thank you, it just comes to me. I hear the first 2 lines in my head and then next thing I know I have my yellow notebook out and my pencil is just flowing uncontrollably. I love it.
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