Traces

Traces
In the wet sand
Footprints of gulls, and man
Disappear in the tidal dance
Of waves.

Traces
In the red dust
Feet of man, and horses
Up in canyons, leave no trace of
The brave.

Traces
In the garden
Of such delightful scents
In spring and summer by winter
Erased.

Traces
Of human life
Throughout world's history
However, are reported upon its
Pages.
Traces
Of wins and woes
Like hand prints upon walls
Can't be erased, for their foothold
Remains.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Dufresne Avatar
June 25, 2011 at 5:05 AM
Yep, very nice Caroline. Congrtulations on the success of this poem in getting your thoughts and meaning across in via this form. Came back to put in my favs. This is definitely one of the "wins" in your "woes! :)
Dufresne Avatar
June 25, 2011 at 4:57 AM
Got your messages Caroline and duly noted and appreciated. As far as Haiku goes, I do know that is a special art form but not familiar with it. Learned some about it by reading them by Brian Strand. (I'm not on face book) Now for this poem of yours... There is alot to like in it. I was going to point out lines that I especially liked but couldn't do it because there so many. I think it is a wonderful piece of literary accomplishment. Wish I had written it!
Susan Avatar
June 13, 2011 at 6:58 AM
Nicely done. A good progression from what is erased, to what isn't, to give comparison and meaning.
Greenlee Avatar
June 11, 2011 at 6:46 AM
So expressive.Really enjoyed.And thanks for stopping in and congratulating me on my win.Have a glorious day love....
Fringe Avatar
June 1, 2011 at 4:46 PM
I like how you express how those who lived, so many, who lived and experieneced and loved and suffered, so many. The respect you show to those is captured here. Their wisdom will be downloaded into the eternal current. Their lives and the beauty of their lives will not be forgotten. Their lives perhaps is alive in us and ready to go to the next level. Who knows, but life cannot be stopped. The traces go on, from ancient caves until now. They live and it is beautiful.
Anish Avatar
May 31, 2011 at 3:58 PM
Traces of the ancient days. I have written some poetry in a similar vein. How are you going about publishing a book?. I published two chapbooks with the American Tolkien Society a # of years ago but would like to "branch out" and publish a regular book of poems. I could use some suggestions on this matter. Yours Matthew Anish
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May 29, 2011 at 6:06 PM
Wow, Caroline. I am so glad that Carolyn Devonshire asked me to stop by and tell you that she is fine and that she is thinking of you. I read this poem and found it to be awesome! My night is made better for having felt joy from your wisdom.
Foulk Avatar
May 29, 2011 at 9:51 AM
thank you for commenting on Breezes on the Lake
Long Avatar
May 28, 2011 at 9:08 PM
This was well written thank you for sharing your write tonight. cory
Foulk Avatar
May 28, 2011 at 9:39 AM
loved this beautiful piece of poetry, enjoyed reading it. thank you for commenting on Clouds Bursting Open, and no I don't mind your advice, it is welcome anytime, anything I can do to be a better poet will help.
Seraphin Avatar
May 28, 2011 at 2:19 AM
* “Yesss * There's Only 'One' Eraser. * I Love This Dedication Along Inspirational Poem * Dear Blessed & Beautiful CarolineCecil. * Brilliantly Brushed Amid A Wonderful Picturesque Moment of Poetic Verses * Canvas of Splendid Art. * I Love Your Beautiful Heart * Tis Always Shines In Lovely Bright. * Hugs & Kissses * Kisssses & Hugs * Sarah” *
Poet Avatar
May 27, 2011 at 11:16 PM
Good Philosophical Write here Caroline.Liked it.....
A  Avatar
May 27, 2011 at 8:38 PM
really cool traces to follow and to think about
Mehta Avatar
May 27, 2011 at 6:35 PM
We confront traces in all walks of live and can't erase them, Caroline
Richards Avatar
May 27, 2011 at 5:35 PM
How I love this one, Caroline! We can't erase that which has come before. Wonderful poem this is!
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