Why

The clock ticks loud and clear,
It's like a pounding in my head,
Making me re-live what just happened,
As if once somehow wasn't enough.

I look out the window at the night sky,
Still and black; I can easily relate to that,
Somehow the still of the night soothes me,
Knowing you are out there; breathing the same air.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Makama Avatar
October 15, 2019 at 11:50 AM
Such a beautiful Ballad.. Though I know ballads are usually longer than this, but it is an awesome start. Welcome to poetrysoup.
Shango Avatar
December 17, 2009 at 9:41 AM
Welcome to poetry soup ... I know you are a great poet ... you have that thing that chases poets soul ... do not give up, I am here for you as friend.
Brown Avatar
December 17, 2009 at 5:44 AM
I would like to welcome you to PoetrySoup Ashleigh. I also wish you the best in your writing endeavors. If you have questions please feel free to ask anyone here. We are all willing to help and if we don't know the answer we will find someone who does. Love, Carol
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