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Two poems today as they are quite short. Hope they don't depress you as they are a bit sad.

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11 years ago•31 Replies

Absently I lifted the brush

And went to do my hair,

then suddenly remembered

there wasn't any there.

I looked at my reflection

and had to shed a tear

as I looked so old and haggard

it filled me with dread and fear.

I had planned to go shopping

but instead I'll go back to bed

as all of my joints are aching

and so is my poor old head.

Heart Full Of Tears

With dark hair and eyes

I looked quite solemn

when that photo was taken.

Unremarkable,

unsmiling.

Different to now.

Bald, moon faced, alien.

No tears in my eyes,

but plenty in my heart.

Kath xx

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Mavary11 years ago

As you say Kath a little sad, but very good as well. X

11 years ago

I must admit to feeling a little sad today Mavary. First mammogram since treatment is next week, and two days later is the anniversary of my surgery. Brings back bad memories. xx

libby782711 years ago

Kath, is that you? I love the poems, they're realistic and true and although I've never had cancer, I can certainly relate in a sense, I don't look in the mirror unless I have to - what happened, where did I go?!!! Please don't be sad, you've come through it so far. Best wishes for next week. Libby x

newlands11 years ago

Those are lovely and so pleased you have bounced back from yesterday you take care and thinking of you

lots of love Dorothy xxx

Jambo11 years ago

Lovely poems,beautifully written.

Thank you for sharing this us.

John xx

phillips111 years ago

Aw Kath. Both poems are lovely in a very special kind of way. Thank you for posting them.

Bobby xxx

initial11 years ago

Poems from within are so pure in spirit. They've not made me sad, just reflective. Wishing you well for your mammogram next week, an uncomfortable, but necessary test. x

Suzy611 years ago

Haven't made me sad at all.They are heart felt and heart rendering. Make me realize I have a lot to be thankful for.

11 years ago

Yep, that's me, about 6 weeks after my last chemo. I took new photos after every treatment - now is that sadism or masochism??

Libby, I've also written one called Where Did I Go?

Where Did I Go?

Once I was human

a long time ago,

Someone with strength

and get up and go

That person has vanished

I don't know where to,

I just cannot find her

Please, where did I go?

My life is such sadness

to think of my past

the girl I once was

but that didn't last.

I look in the mirror,

and I no longer know

Just who I am,

Oh where did I go?

One day I'll come back,

but be different somehow,

be stronger, be bolder

be calm and I vow

I won't make a mess

of my new life, oh no,

but just tell me please,

where did I go?

I won't give in to pity

or pass on the blame

for all my mistakes

that was me, just the same.

I'll keep going forward

move on, so you know

as long as I find out

just where I did go.

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I'll try and find a more cheerful one next time. Kath xx

libby7827• in reply to11 years ago

That's amazing, are you sure we weren't separated at birth?! Thank you. Libby xx

katieoxo6011 years ago

Well poemsgalore, they are nice poems, really tear jerking. The one where did I go could fit any of us as none of us I suppose are the person we used to be before illness struck. Thank you for the poignant reminder.

11 years ago

That's what I thought Katie, Anyone with long term illness could use that one, whatever their health condition. xx

peege11 years ago

Every good wish for next week Kath. Hope that you can relax over the weekend xx P

11 years ago

Thank you Peeg, I only have to wait until Tuesday morning, so not too bad.

jools11 years ago

Oh Kath, they are lovely. As Libby said before I haven't had cancer but I watched my lovely sister in law go through treatment and can relate to the feelings expressed in them so honestly- they have made me shed a tear or two I must admit. All the best for next week, Julie xx

11 years ago

Best wishes for next week and thank you for sharing your experiences.Didnt know the old you but the new one seems a very thoughtful and caring person Joyce xx

Sirdandy111 years ago

You are the imaginary conversation in my head,

The sunny glade in the woods where I've been led,

The music in the air I can almost hear,

You are the sunshine, the laughter and the tear,

I can see the early morning mist across the bay,

Glory in the sunset at the end of the day,

Count every grain of sand along the shore,

But can I have another moment, just one more,

I promise not to grumble nor complain,

To be ready for you when you come again,

If anyone understands that would be you,

There's just one more thing I have to do,

libby7827• in reply toSirdandy111 years ago

Just beautiful. Libby xx

jools• in reply toSirdandy111 years ago

Beautiful

initial• in reply toSirdandy111 years ago

Amazing! Touches the soul x

11 years ago

How beautiful Sirdandy. It looks as though we're having a poetryfest because that's made me think of another one to post:

The Road To Cushendall

Where Antrim's mountains rise and fall

down towards the grey stone wall,

there the sea mist casts its pall

along the road to Cushendall.

Upon the rocks and crags so bare,

wild long grasses here and there

catch the wind like mermaid's hair

as it blows down to Cushendall.

Where the dark hills slope and lean

towards the gentle vale of green,

here the sea spray falls like rain

upon the road to Cushendall.

Beyond the shores of reddish clay

and out across the peaceful bay,

the purple hills of Scotland lay

looking down to Cushendall.

Beneath the Red Arch hewn from stone,

a weary traveller all alone

along the coast road leading home,

riding down to Cushendall.

Promise we will walk again

along the pleasant winding lane

that stretches out across the plain

when I return to Cushendall.

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Happy days, memories of 1968 when I was just 17. Kath xx

Sirdandy111 years ago

SOMEONE'S BEEN OUT IN THE GARDEN.

They've been quite busy too,

Some plants seem to've moved,

Are the borders improved,

It sure wasn't me, was it you ?

The gate still squeaks on its hinges,

When it catches the wind now and then,

And the leaves swirl around,

With that rustling sound,

As autumn comes round once again,

The windfalls will lie unattended,

Under the old apple tree,

There's some nettles come through,

With a dock leaf or two,

Not the way that it used to be,

Someone's been out in the garden,

Or maybe it's creatures at play,

Feeling quite unperturbed,

For both squirrel and bird,

Know the gardener has gone away.

11 years ago

You are very gifted Sirdandy. Your poems are brilliant, looking forward to reading more. xx

Sohara11 years ago

Oh my goodness what wonderful poems....they are so sad and thought provoking

They are all wonderful but Poemsgalore your first one and the one titled 'Where Did I Go?', they both had a huge effect on me

You are truly a gifted poet

Love Sohara

libby782711 years ago

We had a poetry competition on here quite a while back, Caroleoctober won with a beautiful poem, if you're reading this Carole, post it again (I have a copy but wouldn't post it without her permission). Heavens know who would win now though with sirdandy and poemsgalore, both so talented. Libby xx

grandadbrian11 years ago

well done Kath keep it up.

scrobbitty11 years ago

Not sad but poignantly beautiful xx

DozyDormouse11 years ago

I can only echo what everyone else has said. So glad I woke up long enough to read this post. One of the best ever. Two great poets with an empathetic view of life. Good luck for Tuesday Poems. - Dozy x - back to sleep now. x

11 years ago

It's good to have someone like sirdandy to bounce ideas from. Thanks you all for your comments and good wishes. xxx

Sirdandy111 years ago

Let me hold you one more time,

Feel your heartbeat next to mine,

Hear your laughter, see your bright eyes shine,

May our lips meet, one more time,

When I falter my old friend,

You're beside me I pretend,

We don't have tomorrow,

While we still have today,

Let's stop talking, we'll just play,