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Unbridgeable Chasm

Last night my thoughts dwelled in melancholy
recalling what we once shared had been good
before we made the mistakes of mutual folly
and on opposite sides of a bridge we now stood

You called, I answered. Both having need to talk
but the bridge between us still kept us far apart
Would one of us take the first step of the walk,
afraid the risk would end again with a broken heart?

We spoke of memories that we both held dear,
and of those that caused me to wear a sad frown
Neither of us moved. We were still standing here,
in fear that one step would burn the bridge down

Is it too late to cross the deep chasm of this abyss?
Would holding you in my arms change even one thing?
Could love be rekindled with one passionate kiss?
Then, you said you were taking off your wedding ring.

At the foot of that bridge, I stood completely alone
as you walked away without one word of goodbye
Into that unbridgeable chasm, I tossed my phone
and threatened my eyes, "Don't you dare start to cry."

Copyright © Lin Lane | Year Posted 2023

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Sam Kauffman Date: 8/1/2023 12:34:00 PM Congratulations on your win Lin with this poem of plaintive, unresolved love. Your bridge metaphor is outstanding and so descriptive of "who will move first?" Great perceptive observation. Sending you blessings along with high fives and kudos! Login to Reply

Edward Ibeh Date: 7/22/2023 6:08:00 AM Heartiest congratulations on your top win in my contest with this moving, exceptional poem, Lin:-) Wonderful imagery! A fave for me Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/23/2023 4:02:00 AM Thanks so much for the honor, Edward.

Christuraj Alex Date: 7/22/2023 5:55:00 AM A very touching poem. Beautifully written. Congratulations! Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/23/2023 4:02:00 AM Thanks, Chris.

Tania Kitchin Date: 7/11/2023 4:18:00 AM Lin, a beautiful, heartfelt poem. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/23/2023 4:01:00 AM Thank you, Tania.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/9/2023 4:00:00 PM This is so heartfelt it makes the reader wonder if it's based on the author's true life. I love that ending part. What a creative way to tie it all up threatening your eyes not to cry! Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/9/2023 4:05:00 PM Thank you so much your thoughts, Andrea and for letting me know you liked the ending. Years ago, there was a bridge, but neither of us burned it down. It's still standing, and we've renewed a friendship that was idle too long. Putting the past behind us gives closure.

Jay Narain Date: 7/9/2023 11:58:00 AM An emotional and powerful poem, Lin. One of your best. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/9/2023 12:02:00 PM Thank you ever so much for your kind thoughts, Jay.

Robert Lindley Date: 7/9/2023 9:32:00 AM My dear friend, this one is powerfully emotional in content. I have myself been in a couple situations like that. Your fine verses brought that back to me! A fine fav. God bless.. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/9/2023 10:21:00 AM Thank you very sincerely, Robert for your thoughts and the fave.

Jan Allison Date: 7/9/2023 8:34:00 AM oh gosh Lin this one tugs at the heartstrings in so many ways, guess once bridges are burnt there is no turning back. adding this gem to my faves for so many reasons! hugs jan xx Login to Reply Jan Allison Date: 7/9/2023 8:55:00 AM i know sweet friend, its such a personal poem xx Lin Lane Date: 7/9/2023 8:45:00 AM I used to think so, Jan but recently I’ve come to realize that some bridges can be restored or rebuilt. Thank you for your sentiments and the fave. Hugging you too

Unseeking Seeker Date: 7/9/2023 6:19:00 AM A powerful write, Lin, oozing heartfelt emotions, so mindfully captured, so eloquently portrayed. Good luck in the contest Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 7/9/2023 7:04:00 AM I enjoy reading your insight into my poetry, Seeker. You're always so supportive, so I thank you.