Shane Thacker Poet Rhyme

Where You'll Be

I don't want to chase down the sun on the beach,
I don't need to stand in the sand with the ocean at my feet,
I don't care to stare into where the water and atmosphere meet,
if it's not where you'll be

Sleep is still sleep even without the promise of a dream,
but why shoot for stars if the moon doesn't dance in their gleam,
I s'pose my hands will never know how far my arms can reach,
if it's not where you'll be

I'll never set sail in the billow of a breeze,
looking down upon the crown onto a canopy of trees,
the song my heart may sing will forever be off-key,
if it's not where you'll be

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Speaks Volumes February 22, 2025 at 2:35 PM Now that he and I are separated by ill health, this poem has taken on even deeper meaning than ever. My heart nearly bursts as I read your beautiful words. Shane Thacker February 24, 2025 at 7:58 PM Oh, no. I'm so sorry, Wen! I hope you know if you ever need to talk, I am here for you. I also hope you haven't been alone during this time and that you've been able to find comfort in family.

Speaks Volumes December 17, 2024 at 7:57 AM Some delights deserve to be savored more than once. That's why I came back to read this again. Shane Thacker December 18, 2024 at 4:50 PM That is so nice of you to say, Wen. Thank you for coming back to reread it.

Karin Domanska February 25, 2024 at 3:49 PM Your poem compels me to experience beauty, purity of feelings, and hopelessness simultaneously. I find this poem tragic, despite it seeming hopeful. Shane Thacker July 1, 2024 at 4:39 PM Thank you for your insight, Karin. I'm honored that you took the time to read it.

Vandyke Buckner July 31, 2023 at 7:58 PM I really like your style of writing… your poem is great too Shane Thacker August 1, 2023 at 3:51 PM Thank you, Mr. Buckner. I appreciate your kind words and the time you took to read my poetry.

Speaks Volumes June 19, 2023 at 9:26 AM To be made whole by that special person's presence, and caring not for other sweet pleasures unless they are there, is such a true sign of love. Your poem says it all in such a romantic way, it reads like a heartfelt love song. Enjoyed immensely. Shane Thacker June 19, 2023 at 12:05 PM Thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to read it and leave a comment. It's always such a pleasure receiving feedback from someone who writes so beautifully.