Era now

Tabletop embroidery blue

Glazed, old cup sheltered

in shriveled hands

well groomed

Quaint scent patiently dates

a picture of youth and

unfamiliar gloom, a spinning

spool's thread pulled

in vain of a newborn minute

— doorman, Sep 29, 2009

About This Poem

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Country/Region: NOR

Critiques

Seren

16 years 8 months ago

Dearest Espen

You just reminded me of my Nana she was a seamstress and a fine one at that ... what a beautiful slice of life in this poignant image that you put in our heads lovely work ... love and hugs Jayne x x Lucky I came back to have a second read noticed i forgot your stars lol take care JC

Candlewitch

16 years 8 months ago

:) hello

Your poem reminded me of my (other) grandma, (the good one). Many warm feelings surrounding this. These are my favorite lines: Tabletop embroidery blue Glazed, old cup sheltered in shriveled hands because they paint a perfect picture. Always, Cat

lyz

16 years 8 months ago

Dear Espen

Very nice write and yes we can all envision our past present and future in this poem. I loved how you put your words together and I love the 2 last lines. Well done. I enjoyed. Love from Lyz. XX

ziggy

16 years 8 months ago

enda, patrick

enda, patrick collins. poignant indeed i like the mood in this one espen the last few lines would be my fav so it has a good finish nice work my friend

doorman

16 years 8 months ago

To Jayne, Cat, lyz and

To Jayne, Cat, lyz and zig. Thank you all for reading, and for your kind commentary. Yours, Espen.