A COLD ANNIVERSARY

A COLD ANNIVERSARY July 4, the day of America’s gloryChosen before the eyes and the lawWitnessed the tying of nuptial knotsFolks like a nation in concert of statesJoined to celebrate a meaning in marriageAnd sing the anniversary song thereafterWe took as settled what was given freelyUnaware of the dinghy drifting ashore Years passed by, just like yesterdayThe oven fire went out before fifteenThe soup and stew got sour in the potsWe starved on the next anniversary dayThe party that came returned famishedCold wind blew across the verandaI sat alone with distrust, ponderingOn the fate that has befallen the union Exchange of rings, registry treatyA paper proof of love for the realmAttest to a long and obscure reverieWhere we say not, Happy AnniversaryBut the thought of the stunning broodTheir innocent laughter and jokesGive hope for a refreshing beginningAnd reassure me of a home so far away

— t. reflexion, Jul 12, 2010

About This Poem

About the Author

Country/Region: NGA

Favorite Poets: Inspired by an article in an old manuscript , It reads:, AXIOMS OF PERFECTION, In the physical order – In the realization of the dream of beauty, In the moral order – In the realization of the dream of love, In the intellectual order – In the realization of dream of poetry, In the spiritual order – In the realization of the dream of the mystics

Critiques

Marie-I-Be

15 years 11 months ago

magnificent

And so this is the second I have seen and appreciated! I think you have palpable talent, superb skill. I like your writing style very much. On a second and third look, this write has increasing depth. That it ends on a positive note is a plus. For me this piece has made for a rapt read.

t. reflexion

15 years 11 months ago

I also appreciate your comments

I wrote this piece on the anniversary day, but couldn't post it, I think due to my internet connection or the just reported upgrade of the site host. In all, thank you and best wishes. T.

magics02

15 years 11 months ago

Hello T

Late to this one and had to read it twice. I got the message the message was good. Since you asked for raw truth please let me deliver.. You know I like your poetry and sometimes it is rather more to me then a story like this one. Now that is not being offensive in no manner. I just like to share my thoughts with you. I think you would be a great novelist. And I ask have you ever written any books besides poetry? Besides all that gibbering I want to say this is a very nice poem and I hope this also finds you well and happy. Share with me your thougths if you will please and I thank you again Love at ya guy Mona

t. reflexion

15 years 11 months ago

I love raw truth...

though sometimes bitter. It is sweet in my mouth. I have a novel in progress, 'DAYS OF STRUGGLE'. My job in the aviation does not give me enough time, but I will look into your suggestion seriously. My area of strength, I think, is in drama, being what I studied. I am captivated by the therapeutic effect poetry as I can write with ease on the things I experience, hear and see. Best wishes my dear friend, it is only the distance that seperates us. Thank you for your encouragement. Cheers. T.

magics02

15 years 11 months ago

Yes that is correct

Only distance that separates us but a feeling of a connection like no other. I hear you when you say that poetry is something you experience hear and see as I feel the same way. Hard to explain but easier to write. You know I always wish the best for you and all poets who want to continue their journey of their own lifes story. Love Mona

t. reflexion

15 years 11 months ago

Thank you very much...

My dear friend, best wishes. T.