Lawrence Sharp Poet Free verse

Wait, Be Still

A few more pieces
fell out from under you today.
Did you feel it ?
I'm sure you didn't see it,
and you probably didn't hear.
Some chips and pebbles
fell almost inaudibly
on the quietly waiting rocks,
and some dropped into the water,
you'd have liked that.
Wait. Just wait right there,
right here.
I cannot let you go.
Some day, but not today.
Be still a while,
you do it so well.
They won't let you go,
they won't let me let you go.
Some day surely,
but I can't let you go today.

7th March 2020

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Christopher Flaherty June 1, 2020 at 2:54 PM Like it Lawrence I can't let you go today Reminds me of the 25th of December 2001 . You can't die on Christmas day so he was kept alive only to die on the 28th . Cheers Baie Dankie Christopher Flaherty June 4, 2020 at 3:23 PM Ja Mooi Ou Kerel If you have the time please would you take the time to read my poem Surreal Stars Visceral Dreams Asb Lawrence Sharp June 3, 2020 at 2:49 AM Uhmm... oe kaah... thanks for dropping in, glad if you liked it.

Eve Roper May 29, 2020 at 1:34 PM Eroded by wind, water, or other natural agents, slow , but surely one day will let go. But not today. Enjoyed reading " Wait, Be Still," Lawrence. Thank you for your kind visit today. Hugs Eve Lawrence Sharp May 30, 2020 at 5:00 AM Thank you very much, Eve, always good to see you. As always, Peace, Rest, hoping you are well.

Mystic Rose Rose May 9, 2020 at 2:42 PM Ah, some attachments are larger then life, well written dear Lawrence. Lawrence Sharp May 11, 2020 at 2:17 AM Thanks, Pix, always good to see you here.

Robert Lindley April 29, 2020 at 6:58 AM My friend the longing , the depths of desire are tops in this immensely creative piece. A great pleasure to read your new poetry. A fav...God bless. Lawrence Sharp April 29, 2020 at 11:34 PM Thank you, my friend, always good to have your nod of approval.

Harry Horsman April 27, 2020 at 12:34 AM So many scenarios, running through my head as i read this, Gem, over and over again. What settles with me, is age care. Such intriguing poetry. love it..Stay Safe, Lawrence, Lawrence Sharp April 27, 2020 at 1:41 AM Thanks for visit and comment, Harry, very well received. Your interpretation is unexpected, and very intriguing. In a roundabout way, maybe closer to the crux than I might have considered.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart April 22, 2020 at 2:23 PM I've missed your writing, I missed this poem, glad you poked me. Love this. xomo Lawrence Sharp April 22, 2020 at 11:24 PM Thanks Maureen, glad you enjoyed.

Mark Peterson April 19, 2020 at 10:47 AM Lawrence, here I feel you dancing lightly but with deft along the marginal crest that shifts us, unsettled, between what is real and imagined. How well you have navigated that realm with this write, leaving us uncertain as to where we will be guided next. I admire the notable skill with which you evinced these mysterious moods. Lawrence Sharp April 22, 2020 at 8:09 AM Thank you, Mark, comments always valued, my friend.

Silent One March 8, 2020 at 11:49 AM I don't think you should let go.... Life is a balance of holding on and letting go... Nice write Lawrence Sharp March 9, 2020 at 9:59 AM Thanks for visit and comment, SO, appreciated.

Arturo Michael March 7, 2020 at 1:43 PM "wait" ... maybe some other things are going to fall or show up... Lawrence Sharp March 7, 2020 at 11:12 PM An unexpected viewpoint, but really quite sensible. Thanks, Arturo, visit and comment well received.

Brandy Nicole March 7, 2020 at 12:52 PM "I cannot let you go" Then you shouldn't let go. Not today, not tomorrow- not ever. So many thoughts to ponder here. You always take me somewhere deep and meaningful, when I read your poetic whispers. You have been missed. ~ Brandy Lawrence Sharp March 7, 2020 at 11:10 PM Thank you, Belle, good to see you again, your visis are always very highly valued.

Vijay Pandit March 7, 2020 at 11:32 AM Excellent write Lawrence--the urge in your words is quite appealing. Lawrence Sharp March 7, 2020 at 12:29 PM Thanks very much, Vijay, really good to see you again. Will get back onto reading my PS friends nowish.

Susan Ashley March 7, 2020 at 11:28 AM The melancholy beauty of your poem tenderly wraps around me, Lawrence. Your poetic finesse and artistry never fails to find my emotional sweet spot. Warmest wishes always, my friend.. ~Susan Susan Ashley March 7, 2020 at 12:33 PM Thank you for your kindness, Lawrence, I am humbled and honored by your sweet sentiments. Welcome back, dear poet, your amazing creative spirit has been missed. Lawrence Sharp March 7, 2020 at 12:27 PM Thank you so much, Susan, glowing praise from such a highly esteemed poetess is always deeply appreciated.