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Yesterday's Wishes


Without sugar, I'll sip on my espresso
I can still taste yesterday's sweetness

We abandoned yesterday's mistakes, worries, and despair
all money in the world cannot resuscitate yesterday
our actions and words are irreversible somersaults.

Yesterday's wishes dried up like lost dreams in the woods
golden skin echoed hollow vows with a wistful, spun glow
Alms shimmer like souls, but we can't rule out karma
we must avoid future risks, hurdles, and a stoic canvas.

Dreams and stones mingle, like torn bones or hearts
sun rays dye crimson roses—an icy reminder of lost shine
Gypsy whispers, dancing blades, and wigs create chaos
broken glass shards can form vows and heal scars
hedged hymns that hum in hectic hoods are tedious.

defied the cosmos and sought fortune and fame
revered and emulated idols of love and peace
but wished to be Gandhi or Mandela and achieve triumph
Philosophy and psychology foster love.

Pinprick orbs, a bohemian strain, drift with sun dust
everything I remember seems like yesterday
If life gives you the embers you asked for, embrace the pearls.

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Susan Ashley

Date: 7/20/2024 11:28:00 AM

Dear Lasaad, soulful poet, the beauty of your poetic pen and profound thought cannot be ignored. I can't believe this deep, rich thought-provoking piece was N/A'd! Congratulations for your poem's recognition in Ink's contest. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Ink Empress

Date: 7/12/2024 3:01:00 AM

Dear dr sotto looks like iv read it already! I didnt think it was written by you when i was judging, i think this is one of my most faves from you! Simple and deep! Congratulations on your win

Duke Beaufort

Date: 7/3/2024 7:14:00 AM

SP, the optimistic start and end to this poem set the tone you suggest for how we might live happily. It's something to note how we can be affected by the nature of things which includes painful and pleasant memories. I think you're onto something extraordinary here in that there is a way to organize our thoughts so that we can feel good about ourselves and what we may or may not have done.

Tonye George

Date: 6/22/2024 7:37:00 PM

Yes, our yesterday affects our today and today, tomorrow. So we must live in goodness and kindness because karma's forgiveness does not stop her wrath. And we must wake up every day with a new dream and run with the new dreams till they come to life.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 6/22/2024 10:24:00 AM

Hi Lasaad my friend, can man change the history of mankind no - likewise we cannot change the yesterday in our lives, or plan the day of tomorrow. The happy medium is the best way to go, and in more philosophical language, which you put together so eloquently in this poem , it would mean the present. A fantastic write dear friend Blessings, Jennifer.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 6/18/2024 12:51:00 PM

What a lovely write. Great memories are the best kind to have. Yesterday is long gone. Enjoy today... "Good Luck" We both did this one. Have a blessed day writing away...........................

Valsa George

Date: 6/18/2024 6:43:00 AM

"Without sugar, I'll sip on my espresso I can still taste yesterday's sweetness"... Love the clever opening to the poem. Past is sweet and nostalgic. But past cannot be brought back. It is irreversible with its triumphs and follies. So learn to accept the fact that past is past and leave it as such. Work in the present and embrace life as it presents itself. You have delivered some highly philosophical thoughts in lucid language. A Great Composition

Silent One

Date: 6/17/2024 10:59:00 AM

Your poem masterfully weaves together themes of nostalgia, loss, and hope through rich imagery and thoughtful metaphors. It reflects on the irreversible nature of the past while advocating for acceptance and mindful living. The poem's philosophical undertones and evocative language make it a poignant meditation on the human experience, urging readers to find beauty and meaning in both the past and present.

Ink Empress

Date: 6/17/2024 6:59:00 AM

“ If life gives you the embers you asked for, embrace the pearls” what a powerful reminder, to embrace the light amidst what life might throw at us! How well written i think this is one of my most fave ones written by you! With such descriptive and meaningful diction and so much conveyed in a very introspective manner too! While also maintaining a philosophical flow of lines! Excellent! Pleasure reading this! Theres only few that would remember and appreciate the sweetness of yesterday. As most dwell on sourness! Fave