Waiting For Time

a reminder to everyone that theres always something we can do to help others, we just gotta do it.

Every raindrop that dwindles down from the clouds,

splashes upon our dry faces,

previously soaked with ignorance.

And every shed of blood so gruesome and bitter,

appears as red velvet upon our rich, wistful fingers

which were previously undamaged.

Along with every helpless cry that pierces our lazed ears,

our currently capable bodies refuse to accept the task,

because our previously concious minds have lost.

And how do we revolt in our defense?

We fray the oddly moist raindrops off our shoulders,

we stand, waiting for time.

We cover our eyes from the existing bloodbath that is the world,

and we sit, waiting for time.

We deafen ourselves from the screams that would require us to work,

and still we lie, waiting for the time to act.

We set out to seek opportunities,

but don't realize that they constantly linger around us,

trying to open our eyes.

But we blind ourselves from the tragedies that life stages,

as we selfishly skip through our previously and currently carefree paths.

All around us, sancturaies are toppling,

and Beneath us, the earth is trembling, ready to burst.

and Above us, the sky is breaking, letting in worry.

and in Front of us, the bad guys are winning.

and what are we Doing?

we're simply sitting,

and wastefully standing,

and innocently lying,

and waiting around for time to come.

Reviews

[These Haunted Hallways]

WoW!! I truly enjoyed this poem, cause it has a stance that is so strong. U've made some very excellent points and situations that are really happening in this world. I agree with you, totally. It really reminded me alot about John Lennon's song, "Imagine." You should definitely enter this in some contest or something. Perfect Job!

B.A.

[Deborah Leah Krempa]

Wow again! You said it all! I am very impressed with your poem. We can change the world we live in one voice at a time. Thank you for asking me to review your work. I deeply apreciate your invitation to review it. I will stop by to read more of your writings, I have been very busy lately. Thank you again. Keep writing. Your friend at Writers Cafe. Debileah

[Ayumi Minji]

wow... this is good. very well written and what you wrote here are all true especially the last few lines of the poem... that is soo true.. great poem!! :]

-shoujochi (^.~)

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Time doesn't wait on anyone. It is usually our archenemy. I think this was a excellent read. Good job!

[Austin Smith]

This is most likely your most magnificent piece. It is definitely the strongest I have read so far.

[Freder Fredersen (aka G..]

Strong piece. Really felt it!
Cheers!
FF

[sheerpoetry]

"our currently capable bodies refuse to accept the task, because our previously concious minds have lost."
wow powerfull!

[StrawberryDream]

I always love pieces to do with Time, no matter the result, but this was really well done! :) You use such colorful descriptions, and always end up getting your point across in the prettiest way possible.
Especially that passing word combo of "wistful fingers"-- I love that!

[Life Calling!!!]

Great work Nisha! So true in everything it says, your piece is not just realistic to the core, it jars the consciousness of the reader and makes him/her sit up and take note. Wow! And, leaving such a strong message in such a fluid and wonderful manner is proof of your awesome capability as a poet! Stunning, to be honest! I love the work....and am eager to read your other stuff! Keep up the good work!

God Bless!

[Michael X]

This is a passionate poem, well rounded, polished flow expressing talent and the meaning expresses insight
that leaves the reader pondering eternity and the meaning of life. Very nice!