The tides of influence

Moments lie
in shallows past
washed away
from tomorrow's rising
on today's nightfall.

Reviews

[John the Baptist]

Andrew, I wouldn't try to set my clock by this one.

[andrew mitchell]

Most definitely John, thanks for stopping by.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

We all have our moment in the sun. Like flowers we bloom and fade. But I think an obsession with the passing of time may prevent some from enjoying the time they have, what an awful irony of life when that happens. A good read. Carpe diem. F.

[andrew mitchell]

Thank you for your words Fabian.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

I like the idea of nightfall washing away moments...
waterfall, nightfall, trying to survive the fall.
j.

[andrew mitchell]

Thank you J. Yes waterfall

[Sami Khalil]

I think we have to be ready and willing to accept changes (tides) in our lives eventually the prospect of death of a loved one; health is the most important thing in life, but we will all eventually fall victims to some ailment.
Stay strong Emperor.

[andrew mitchell]

Thank you for your words Sami. Yes the fragility of life claims us all.

[Sami Khalil]

I agree wholeheartedly. Looking forward to that; no escape to any unfortunately.

[Chris Shaw]

Your poem reminded me of the fickle nature of the tides. Can be gentle with its lapping on the shore or can crash and roar like a lion. I guess the moods of the sea are similar in their extremes to human moods. This little piece of brevity gave me some strong imagery. Tides of influence can be dangerous. I prefer the other sort. Hi Andrew.

Chris

[andrew mitchell]

Hi Chris, I love the tides on the beach not so much the tides of change of influence. Going through a tough time at present with my mum having congestive heart failure 😞

[Chris Shaw]

Sorry to hear that Andrew. Must be worrying for you. I always find walking by the beach in times of concern can be helpful. I send you my best wishes and hope that something can be done to help your mum. Take care.

[andrew mitchell]

Thanks Chris.