not alone

i’ve colored outside the lines of life

till the borders of my composure

are ambiguous at best

no amount of white-out can correct

the now squiggly lines

yes, the even span of years past has been navigated

(a carelessly tossed cigarette burned what was left of it)

reverberating with the echoes of life

my composure is not too steady

hey, it's time to accept it 

i’m just a victim of time and gravity

and i'm certainly not alone

 

Reviews

[Sami Khalil]

In the echoes of life you are not alone for you reveberate in the hearts and minds of your family, friends and fans. You have lived to the fullest outside the lines of borders and boxes and have no regrets when the last cigarrette was burnt. You are not alone for your legacy echoes. Excellent...:).............

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Sami! Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

My pleasure. Any time...:)...................

[paddy d daly]

You are certainly not not alone lydia, my colouring may have gone outside the lines too, only saints are not victims of time and gravity :)

[Lydia Shutter]

And surely I know I am not a saint.....by actions, thoughts, or religion! LOL Thank you so much, Paddy. Lydi**

[paddy d daly]

I have no belief in saints lydia and if we were....I think it might be a bit boring :)

[Lydia Shutter]

you know it, Paddy!!!

[kublakhan27]

Your words have struck a chord to say the least my friend...sometimes you get so lost that don't remember what lines you coloured and what lines you attempted to white out...so often it feels like I'm walking around in circles. I also like the 'lines' theme as a sort of parallel to the writing process. I related to every line of this piece...great work Lydi :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Steve....wish you could not relate quite so well, my friend! Lydi**

[redzone]

Lydi, I love when you talk.... er wait let me put my old people's glasses on. Oh, ok, Lydi, take my hand, you a very young old and me, older than dirt, let's do the old people's dance. Show these youngsters at WC a thing or two. HA!! Only one thing left to say about your poem, NEVER EVER, stay in the lines Lydi. We are never too old (or too young) to create abstract art or really good poetry.. besides you are one of those people who are to obstinate and stubborn to get old.. er wait. What happened to those glasses I think I spelled young and beautiful wrong.. ;0) You know I loved your poem Lydi... ~~ redzone

[Lydia Shutter]

Your reviews are just delightful, Curt....thank you so much. Hey, the calendar says I am not young anymore, but it beats the alternative for sure. Besides, only the good die young and I was never Rebecca of Sunnybrook farm! :) Thanks so much, Curt. Have a great day. Lydi**

[Cassie]

Just what i needed. Your poems uplift me.

[Lydia Shutter]

I'm so pleased they do, Cassie. Thank you for telling me! Lydi**

[Tom]

A quite noble and proudly penned piece of poetry, so refreshing to read the accepting acknowledgement that father time waits for none, so lets 'buck up', count our blessings and continue to enjoy life!

Inspirational, resolute and as always Lydia, delightful indeed!

[Lydia Shutter]

Tom, you make me feel so talented and wise with your reviews. Thank you, my friend. I appreciate you. lydi**

[BlackRose]

Superb piece. You're certainly are never alone, with family and friends and us here. You are loved by many. :o). Again, you cleverly and fabulously write so well.

[Lydia Shutter]

What a lovely review this is, Rose. Thank you very much. Lydi**

[BlackRose]

Awe, you're so very welcome my friend. :o)

[wordman]

you are certainly not we all can feel it if you are over 40

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Ron. Lydi*

[MsJewel]

You do color outside the lines Lydi - and that is exactly what makes your poetry so magical. However, I've never pictured you as a victim - nor will I - ever.

Hugs, Julie

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Julie. Lydi**

[Karen]

I love the colloquialism in this poem, the simplicity of the conversational tone and the way you are unapologetic of coloring "outside the lines of life." That is what makes you a great writer; your ability to see beyond the fringes and bring back verses and lines that share what you have experienced.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Karen. I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[Sanober]

We definitely are, Lydi! Your poetry comforts and fulfills like the company of an old friend. "(a carelessly tossed cigarette burned what was left of it), reverberating with the echoes of life" Terrific line! and such a terrific write that will remain close to my heart and in my thoughts. Loved it, my friend!

[Lydia Shutter]

You know how much I appreciate your reviews...and your friendship. Thank you, sweet Sanober. May what's left of your weekend be happy. Lydi**