Night Train Memories

In the night I can hear the train and it brings all the memories flooding back

 

Are the grasses still bright and golden as we left them?

Or have they grown dark and sullen in our neglect?

And as the night train rushes by singing its song,

Does it know those were the fields where we used to play?

 

Rattling over bridges and passed ears of corn

Cutting through a blanket of quietness

In that unique summer that was

That had a light never to be repeated

Reviews

[Jetta Zippora]

Beautiful poem, beautiful title. It makes me think and reflect. I had a very happy childhood and I miss the simpler things. The sound of the train I hear as I fall asleep is a mournful sound and always gives me chills. It's more of an "ending" sound. But this poem is richly lovely in its simplicity and the words you chose. Well penned, friend. :)

[The Random Writings Of ..]

I like this, the color you chose to write this in adds to the summer feel of the piece. When reading this you do such a great job at bringing the reader to a place of your memories. I can envision the fields, and grass. the ears of corn. Although it may be different here in the US, I can hear noises of summer, frogs, crickets and children laughing. You do this in such a short piece. This is wonderful. With summer almost over, it makes me kinda of sad to read this, but in a good way! This is a great piece!

[Dayran]

Something to look forward to....for that day when the night train meets you and comes to be apprised of that light. Wouldn't it be surprised!

[Leigh]

Yes, nice thought, when two worlds collide!

[Junger]

The word play is very Pionant and keen, so emotional and very smooth very touching, and like this poem.

[Leigh]

Thank-you it just came out like that

[afra]

such a beautiful write ....well done

[Leigh]

You are very welcome

[Mockingbird]

life passes by so quickly. i like the image of being on the train and reminiscing about times past.

[Leigh]

Yes I like that thought, thanks for reviewing

[Lily Mae]

I have a time in my life that was just like this.. I often wonder about those days and the beauty and innocence that was experienced then.. I just love this..xo

[Leigh]

Thanks Lily

[MOON]

Lovely write , the night train in the distance maybe reminds of journeys taken.

[Leigh]

Thanks for taking the time to review my poem

[Heromen Selena]

I like it a lot. The lost memory with another person can be painful to remember them with just a sound. Nice job.

[Leigh]

For me, the night train in the distance is a direct connection to the past