Writers Cafe - Once in a while, they still come back.

Once in a while,

as though pulled in by some desire
or force,
some decide to take a ride back
to Writers Cafe.

It's not always a long visit, yet
they still come back
as though returning to their old home.

"I remember Robbie,
or Marie, or Frieda P," they might say.

They may recall this place in a way one might remember
flags that lined porches
or trees on each side of the street where they lived.
But still, they remember this place.
Their names are still on the mailbox.

For better or worse, this is a community.

Some have moved on, as they should.
And some are still here, pruning nouns
or mowing verbs.

Some have even died.

The street may look different.
Trees may be bigger.
And old friends may be gone for good.

But on this block,
you're never turned away
no matter how long you've been gone
or how many times you move on.

There will always be opportunities to write about
the sun, the rain, a train...

Writers Cafe
on this block, once in a while,
they still come back.

Reviews

[Dennis Wolf]

Well, one of the new ones here. So far it doesn't look like the other sites I've been on.. Wattpad and writing.com.. Grrrrrr everything is about paying for getting advertised and the a*s kissing..

Don't care for that stuff, sooo after some exploration I decided on this site

We'll see how it goes.
Cheers

[Relic]

I wish you luck, Dennis. Thanks for the comment.

[Dennis Wolf]

Thank you, and.. No problem
This was an enjoyable read.
Cheers

[Starbaby]

Hey Relic, remember me? It's been a hella long time. You probably remember me as LA Lorena. Lost all access to that account, but I am back. Good to see you here still. So many memories of laughs shared!

[Relic]

I certainly do remember you. I'm not here as much, but I do stop in from time to time. I'm glad to see you picking up the pen again. Your writing is always worth the read. :)

[Emily B]

I can't remember how many years it has been but it is still home. I don't know all the new neighbors yet. There are many faces I fondly remember and lots of old stories. Lovely to meander here.

[Relic]

Thank you for your comment, Emily.

[Arundass TP]

Sure, once I was mute, now again here . Beautiful poem.

[Relic]

Thank you.

[Masked writer]

This is true, a community indeed...I find I write more then desired then leave this block to visit a new one, But Something in life comes to me when my eyes and brain are least expecting it, and It always brings me right back to the book, which always brings me here... Writers cafe drive

[Relic]

Thanks for the comment. I appreciate your thoughts.

[Masked writer]

as do we appreciate yours..

[Brad]

This is me. Right now. Ha! I seem to write a lot suddenly, and then not a thing for a long time. When the fit takes me I'll check my "mailbox" and see what else is out there.

[Relic]

Sounds like a good idea. I too have large gaps between writings. Thanks for reading. :)

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

tI have some fond memories of this place and will continue to do so. Home is her my poems are.

[Relic]

Thanks for the comment, cowboy. :)

[Maria E. Mendez]

An interesting read, this. I am new to this format so I do not know the people mentioned but I understand that perhaps you built friendships through your shared love of the written word? As an outsider I have some trepidation about a new "community". People who see themselves as a click or a club are seldom welcoming to outsiders. But I have overcome greater obstacles in the real world and in places I have moved and lived. I hope there will be some here who are not quick to judge or make anyone new feel like an unwelcome outcast. I wanted to read this to gain some insight into the inner workings of the site. You must be here a long time.

[Relic]

I've been here sinse 2009 I believe. This is a very friendly community with good writers. As long as you review others, most will probably review you back. Thanks for reading and the comment, Maria. :)

[Maria E. Mendez]

Well, you must like it here to be a part of it so long. I see where a woman here was sent horrible things to her in message. I hope not many people here are so mean.

[Relic]

No, they're not. Whoever did that should be blocked.

[Legion]

That is very profound and interesting that I ran across this today since I haven’t been on hardly at all for years. I started here somewhere around 2008 and was pretty consistent for several years writing and reviewing. I slowly slipped away (life happens) except to occasionally put a piece on here simply so I would have it stored on a site on the Internet. This was a good read heavy with nostalgia for me. Thanks for that. Kudos to you.

[Relic]

Thanks very much for the read, Legion. Many have left and visited in the past and present.

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

Your poem is a beautiful reflection on the power of community and the way that certain places can hold a special significance in our hearts and memories. I loved the way that you used vivid imagery and powerful language to convey the idea that even though people may move on and change, there are certain places that will always hold a special place in their hearts and memories. Your words are a powerful reminder of the importance of community and the way that it can provide a sense of belonging and comfort, even in the face of change and uncertainty.

[Relic]

Thank you for your encouraging comment. :)