By the river

I've been in my room for a few hours,

it's time for me to get out!

 

Where could I go?

Library?

Computer lab?

The Student Success Center?

The Student Union Building?

The cafeteria?

 

To tell you the truth I didn't decide any of those places

The library was closed

I didn't want to surf the internet

The Student Success Center was closed

The Student Union Building was also closed

And it was around 5 pm...

I didn't feel like eating

 

However, I did remember

that there was a river in my campus

and there was a little dock that I could go sit on

 

So I brought my mp3 and my homework to work on

and I went to Starbucks for a drink

 

Sitting on the dock was one of the most peaceful places to be

for me anyways

I was able to focus

and the music help set such a good mood to work on

 

I was able to get what I wanted done

and relax by the river

seeing the ripples in the water

seeing the wildlife interact with each other

 

I was in peace

Author's Note

an actual poem i could say that I had real thought into

Reviews

[Mary]

I used to spend lots of time by my river; it was a healing spot, a perfect classroom to learn true values. I like the implication in your poem that something was drawing you to the river. Nice write.

[RachelReaper]

Maybe your realm of control is water, this was interesting and energetic to read.

[Falling Leaf.]

Whether it be prose or poetry, it's simple and relatable. I've got a river practically in my back yard, and they're great for getting some peaceful inspiration. Great write.


Carry on!

[Junger]

Nice way to put the words of life into a way of dream

[Coyote Poetry]

Best place to be. A flowing river. Give you quiet and allowed the mind to relax. I like the thoughts and the very nice ending. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Fréyjä Helv..]

More of prose than poetry to me...

[Pencrafter]

Your poem is very expressive, speaking of finding your 'place'. I would enjoy it as a short story also.

[Steven Cash]

Reminds me of a place not far from me. :)