There is a Moment

A poetic look at our choices in time

There is a Moment

There is a moment when …..

one path to the future opens and another closes

There is a pause when …..

we may tremble in rapture

There is a word that .....

restores  or should remain unsaid

There is an action …..

that can delight or can crush hope

There is an intake of breath ….

before the consequences unravel

There is time ….

but it is not boundless

There is a dream ….

which binds what is inside to what is outwith

There is love ….

but it must be nurtured

There is a touch ….

that can bring healing

There’s tomorrow ….

there is always tomorrow!

There is a breath ….

and one day it will be our last!

 

Reviews

[Lisasview]

Good morning,
It has been awhile since I have read any of your work... I came across your writing this morning and ! am so glad I did.
The words express possibilities..how in every minute things can change..
I really enjoyed the read.
Lisa, now in Spain

[alanwgraham]

Many thanks Lisa. Our last holiday was in the south of Spain just as covid was starting. We had a great time. This kind of structured poem seems to suit me.
Hope you enjoy your time in Spain
All the best,
Alan

[Red Brick Keshner]

There is! Oh boy. Not quite cantering but a wonderful gait when read aloud. And the finality in the last line. Astounding experience, this poe! A true delight. Thanks for sharing. /Frederick.

[alanwgraham]

Many thanks for your kind words Frederick. I find that if the poem has a structure it seems to write itself. With a bit of inspiration of course.
All the best,
Alan

[Robert Haigh]

There are points to ponder in this piece, for sure. Life is made up of a series of decisions, and also fate dealing us whichever hand it sees fit. So many moments - some we have control over, others we do not.

[alanwgraham]

Thanks Robert for reading and your thoughts. Yes, life just comes at us and we have to cope as best we can.
Cheers,
Alan

[Cherrie Palmer]

I am so glad I found this insightful and beautiful poem.

[alanwgraham]

Thanks Cherrie. I must admit I was pleased how this turned out. Life does turn on the moment.
Take care,
Alan

[Cherrie Palmer]

That makes it all the better. I love when one of my own writings resonate with me. You should be happy with yourself it's beautiful.

[alanwgraham]

Thanks for that Cherrie.

[Fran Marie]

A deeply profound
piece. to everything
turn...

there is a time
a purpose; we must
choose wisely and
weigh out decisions
carefulluy; many days
come and the years teach
until we come to the end
the final curtain of life

much to ponder within
this well penned poem

[mou]

love this 'philosophical' oopps.. love this 'soulsophical' poem.. its vibe stays long.. my diary is going with this phrase "There is a word that .....
restores or should remain unsaid" , without my permission

[Vertigo Cat1111]

I loved this! It felt so positive and uplifting, especially towards the end. Thank you for writing such a wonderful piece, and invoking a feeling I think everyone needs to feel. (:

[alanwgraham]

That is very kind of you C. I find it easier to write the poem if I can fit it into a pattern like this. For me the important thought is don't put things off till tomorrow.
All the best,
Alan

[Vertigo Cat1111]

No problem, and I agree. Don't procrastinate, haha!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed food for thought in short bursting couplets which challenge what we do and how we do it and which indeed nicely reaches a 'dead end'

[alanwgraham]

Thanks John. Once I got this structure it makes the verses seem easier. I need to keep it simple! read moreThanks John. Once I got this structure it makes the verses seem easier. I need to keep it simple!
Hope all is well with you.
Cheers,
Alan

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Alan, your couplets are so profound and thought-provoking in this well-laid poem. So many times life and paths pivot on the tiniest axle, the sudden fork in the road. You eloquently remind us to make good choices because our time on this earth is not infinite. Your tenth couplet rings with the hope and encouragement we all need so much now. Great style with pauses...for absorption and contemplation. Excellent.

[alanwgraham]

You are very kind Annette. I have to keep my poetry simple and sometimes that can work. I'm glad you enjoyed this Annette and I got a good feeling about it.
We are doing fine so far in this mess and I hope you are managing yourself.
Take care.
Alan

[zennedpen]

Thought extracting poem. I enjoyed it.

But is our last breath really still the same as our first breath, in its moment?

[alanwgraham]

Thanks Zen. I will need to wait a while to find out and so will you.