Never Forgotten

photo by Milla

The memory of your smile curved into mine this morning

the sun peeked through the trees as I took my walk

my bare arm was caressed by its warmth

I thought of how much you would have loved the feeling

             it’s true

tonight when the sunset cedes power to the starry sky

like a lullaby, the words you said will play in my mind

a melody still enchanting

                 and never forgotten

Reviews

[Sanober]

Ohhh Lydi... this one has such an ache. how deeply we miss the people we love in these seemingly ordinary moments. it just fills you with a special kind of sorrow. i love the images you have created...the sun peeking through the trees, the sunset, the starry sky and the melody that will accompany you through the night. i am lost in this beautiful melancholy.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for understanding the mood of this one, Sanober. Sometimes when I remember loved ones who are no longer here, the ache is unbearable. Memories are so precious. Lydi**

[Jimmy Yetts]

Loved ones are always with us; vivid reminders of them virtually surround us.
Your poem says this--and much more.
Work that is a sweet enchantment, dear Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Jimmy. Lydi**

[Fran Marie]

A certain sadness to this lovely versed poem..yet the memories of those special love ones are still filled with an enchanting melody still play sweet nostalgic thoughts and stir emotions within us..beautifully penned..

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Fran Marie. Lydi**

[I Am Svetlana]

True how such simple tings can remind you of your lover. The moments you spend alone, knowing they would cherish them just as much if they were there. Walks and starry skies will do that to you.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Svetlana. Lydi**

[Lyn Anderson]

I love the beginning in particular. One of my favourites of yours for sure.

[Lydia Shutter]

That means a lot to me. Thank you. Lydi**

[Miss Sharon]

(tonight when the sunset cedes power to the starry sky like a lullaby, the words you said will play in my mind
a melody still enchanting and never forgotten) Well these lines piqued the attention of this music lover for sure! Beautifully written as always Lydi. ~Sharon

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, my piano loving friend! I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[Sophy Freebirds]

Bare arm caressed by the sunlight... ummm... i loved this image.It reminds me of the morning walks i take everyday.And when li'l by li'l the sky breaks from darkness to lovely shine.The remembrance of the sweet melodies sung by lover its even more enchanting... This made me squirm in my seat.. but in a good way :) pleasure reading you. :)

~Sophy

[Lydia Shutter]

Sophy, you are so kind to me. Thank you very much. Lydi**

[Dara]

I can just feel the emotion behind this beautiful poem, Lydi. It portrays a love that goes far beyond time and space. The line "like a lullaby, the words you said will play in my mind" really touched my heart.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Dara. Lydi**

[Hearthis]

As most people said, good imagery and diction to support it.
I interpret this poem as one who has lost their lover but remembers their warmth and lullaby, hence the title "Never Forgotten". It's quite a message to how powerful memories can be--how they can overcome the sorrow of the absent lover.
Quite well, not bad. Nice picture, by the way.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for the review. I try to find artwork that complements my thoughts while writing. Glad you noticed. Lydi*

[Rewel Acosta Rivera]

The real love is like ink over the skin. Linked to soul it remain time and distance. Your poem is powerful with the exact words to open the soul gate.

I love your pure creative style. I will be following you.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Rewel. Lydi**