The Wanderer

A poem about the paths of life.

The Wanderer

Sometimes in life we wander

From the path we originally intended

And whether it is excitement, curiosity, confusion, mischief,

Or a myriad of other causes,

We can easily stray down an unforeseen route.

However,

It is on the desolate highway of our life,

That we awaken with sudden clarity.

To our depravity.

To our transgressions.

To our purpose.

The Wanderer realizes this

And knows,

That the detours of their life

Were not detours,

but the truest paths of all.

To wander is to come home

To your truest Self.

Perhaps we never wander. 

Author's Note

Please let me know what you all think!

Reviews

[richieb]

Alex,
I enjoyed your poem, I found much truth in this work. I am 64 years old and have lived a full life surviving many mistakes. I can relate to your words, having lived them. You are a wise young man.
Peace,

[Caroline]

The last line is a beautiful revelation, though I also like the stanza before. The phrase "unforeseen route" is also a really nice way to end the stanza, where the reader's mind can take a ride forward in a great way.

Though not a criticism in any way, I'd suggest thinking about where you stop a line and start a new one and what *you* in particular like or focus on to change to a new line. Perhaps something in your poetic tone is what prompts you, or perhaps you like a certain aesthetic on the page (er, screen), etc. You have a really great rhythm.

[Alexander Dillon]

Thank you Caroline. I will definitely give your advice some thorough thought and consideration.
read moreThank you Caroline. I will definitely give your advice some thorough thought and consideration.

[Cherrie Palmer]

I do agree it is the journey to our end that is living the destination just gives it stoping place for postcards
:) a great message

[Alexander Dillon]

Thank you Cherrie!

[Lydia Waldock]

I loved this as a wanderer myself it sticks to home on all the routes life takes us! great piece

[Alexander Dillon]

Thank you so much for reading, I am glad that it resonated with you!

[Melli]

Wow I really like the message of this! It’s encouraging to think that although we may stray from our ideal paths, our wanderings will not be pointless, for they teach us about ourselves and who we want to be. Thanks for sharing!

[Alexander Dillon]

I am glad that you enjoyed it and that it offered you some encouragement! Thank you for reading!

[Onlyme]

Excellent poem. well crafted, great to read. With a good ending, all can relate too.