I brush off the past as soon as it lands
a quick sweep of the hand,
a sharp flick of the wrist
and it has gone.
I don't let it settle, I don't give it time
I keep my eyes turned forward
I don't look back.
It is only later
in the quiet times
that I realise
that it has been
seeping unnoticed
in through
my skin.
- Susannah Bec 2010
28 comments:
'in the quiet times ... seeping unnoticed' so true, and so very well written.
I like the ideas in this poem! Well crafted.
Nice wordplay here. Love and Light, Sender
Oh wow, this is really good, such a true message. And the title is perfection. Good one, Susannah!
Such truth here Susannah...i can truly relate to this poem. :-)
The past does tend to seep in and sneak up on one without notice doesn't it? Your words are most definitely felt.
Susannah,
I liked the title and the thoughts within your poem. I am always looking back!
Best wishes, Eileen
i loved reading this one susannah! your words felt so true and relatable.
Thanks everyone for taking the time to read and comment, it is much appreciated. :-)
Good to see you all.
What a great picture.. and the detail "a quick sweep of the hand" it's just wonderful.
Thanks Michaela. :-)
Simply beautiful...
Your mind is truly a wonderland.
Rashmi, thank you. :-)
Charles, good to see you. thanks for visiting. :-)
...a poem with a touch of cleverness... hail with the title...
Good day!
Thanks windowlad, good to meet you. :-)
ah yes the past has a way of sneaking up on us! Nicely written.
beautiful message.
well put.
I can seriously relate from start to end. and i loved the images you used.
The past does have a way of catching up with us when we least expect it.
"Seeping unnoticed in my skin"...goes well with the title.
Great job!
Ah, if only brushing the past off would stop the ravage of time.
This speaks directly to my heart, having had a similar problem with this kind of dust mote past.
your words are so musical and modest.
stunning imagery.
What a thrill to land on your amazing poetry land.
Cheers.
Come sharing your poetry with us today,
First time participants are welcome sharing 1 to 3 random poems or poems unrelated to our theme.
Blessings.
Hope to see you linked in.
Happy Tuesday!
Hugs.
xoxox
Do you know how sometimes something seems written just for you? Well, this - for me - was one of those times! Thank you so much!
Thanks everyone for taking time to read and for your comments, they are very much appreciated. :-)
Exactly so... More wise thoughts to enjoy!
Thanks Jinksy! ;-)
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