And So It Is

sun shines

regardless of 

grief

each one of us

a leaf waving

on a deciduous tree

not quite 

knowing when our

goodbye will arrive

fleeting

like a rain cloud

passing through

fragile

as a white winged

butterfly

though some

wield a sledge hammer

strike a mighty blow

can change

a river's flow

in waters of history

Reviews

[Neville]

maybe it's just as well we don't know when that moment will arrive .. at least most of us don't .. here though, you have not only reminded us of our own mortality, indeed of all things both animate and inanimate, but you have most importantly captured the very essence of life's fragility .. the fleeting and transitory nature of it ............ having got that off my chest, I must also say it's an honour to be #75 on your impressive list of reviewers .. an amazing achievement and most worthy .. Neville

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for that lovely review Neville. Pleased you left your mark on this page. It means a lot.read moreThank you for that lovely review Neville. Pleased you left your mark on this page. It means a lot.

Chris

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Fleeting, fragile life... You described it in such a beautiful way. I always find this kind of poetry more attractive!. Like a leaf we are dwindling in the life's journey, and don't know really when a blow of wind can take us away with it... It's so sad, poignant yet true to life writing...

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Sima, thank you for leaving me the kindest if reviews. Sending love.

Chris

[T.S. Ulmus]

The first line really grabbed me here, it's not optimism despite of grief, it reads of the pain of seeing beauty when you feel sorrow. The fleetingness of existence has been a popular theme in my own work and I can see it mirrored here. This poem speaks to me.

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased my words spoke to you. Your visit most appreciated.

Chris

[sette]

and indeed the painful throb of the heart speaks volume and this poem is lovingly written by someone who can clearly understand the pain a love is going through

[Chris Shaw]

Sette, thank you for your lovely review. All good wishes from across the pond.

Chris

[Cassie]

This is painfully true and i enjoyed reading as usual

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Cassie. Good to have you here.

Chris

[Papaya]

Words and actions, be they big or small, alter our paths.
Articulated so poetically here. Feels of a sad undertone.
But the sun always shines regardless, even when it's raining inside.
Beautiful poem, Chris

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Ana. I appreciate you giving this one an airing. All good wishes.

Chris

[Richard M]

Beautiful descriptions Chris and I love the 'each one waving on a deciduous tree.' Lovely writing!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Richard for your lovely review. All good wishes.

Chris

[gram linski]

this was a great poem, Chris, the style gives it a minimalist approach but the sparse language give it depth and meaning, those of us hanging on by our leaf tails to the tree of life, not sure if that makes sense but did enjoy,

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you enjoyed the read gram. Thanks for checking in.

Chris

[gram linski]

no worries, Chris, hope you are keeping well (isolated) and safe,

[Fabian G. Franklin]

" The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time."
Jack London

I share that sentiment with Jack. But the intrepid are not, by nature, reckless or careless. But adventure must be tempered with reason. Like the old gunnery sergeant said, "There are old soldiers and there are bold soldiers. But there are no old, bold soldiers.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Fabian. Your thoughts much appreciated.

Chris

[Moonie]

This poem makes me feel less burdened, and we all need that right now. I love the nature metaphors. The Sun keeps shining, even when it is cloudy, in the same way, there is always something to be thankful for even in the darkest moments.
Thank you for this poem ♡

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased my lines made you feel less burdened Moon's fairest daughter. Thank you so much for the lovely review.

Chris

[Francois DuBois]

Absolutely beautiful! I love the syncopation, the strong rhythm that grabs you, and holds to beyond the end of the poem.

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased you enjoyed this poem. Thank you for your visit.

Chris