Fancy That

( a spontaneous write)

when we converse
about verse and so many
other matters
on life and tattered
relationships
nattering away as though
we have known each other
forever
it never crosses my mind
we won’t ever sit in the
same room together
well it didn’t until today
when a tidal wave of dismay
swept over me
and for a moment
i was swimming in sea
afloat but the boat had sunk
whoever would have thunk
it

Reviews

[John the Baptist]

I certainly hope the tidal wave of dismay was figurative and not literal. Whatever, this community would be a sure source of support.

[Chris Shaw]

Certainly not literal John. Just the muse having her say. Thanks for your visit.

Chris

[Zeitgeist Manifesto]

I read this poem and knew what it was like to struggle to keep my head above water. It made me take pause to catch my breath. Well penned.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your visit Zeitgeist. I appreciate your time and your thoughts.

Chris

[Alla Antsis]

Beautiful, Chris! So many have limited luxury to converse in person. We are still here as a community... and many times float and sink at same time...

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Alla for your visit and share. All best wishes to you.

Chris

[NormaZ]

Somewhat sad, like friendships that pass by, but I loved the ending swimming in the sea afloat. Nice work as always Chris!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Norma. Pleased for your visit. All good wishes.

Chris

[Arundass TP]

Excellent writing friend. Loved it ..

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Arundass. I appreciate you.

Chris

[keith]

''whoever would have thunk it"
one of my favorite sayings!
it's no mystery ... birds of a feather ...
all different all the same
words of wisdom
wisdom of words
those they stay and endure watch the tourists come watch them go
whether we like it or not we have few choices ... a sinking boat a kinda/sorta floating boat
your choice

always a treat to digest your offerings

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Keith. Lovely to find you have stopped by to share your thoughts. Many thanks.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

it's a terse thought that there are folks we share so much with, but never do spend one minute in the same room...yet it feels that the ties are just as strong...and bonds still grow closer.
Beautiful.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks dear J. Yes, the bonds can and do grow closer. Pleased you found the poem beautiful in its content.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

We are lost at Sea.. hoping to find an Island with Palm trees and Mangoes… as we drift through poetry as Life becomes an Oasis where Romance 💘 matters… gathering Oars to find Peace and Satisfaction. softly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Your review is beautifully poetic dear Pat. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. Many thanks 🌺

Chris

[carl]

It is indeed a strange fellowship, exchanging deep things of the soul with those of a mind and heart to listen and reply yet not really knowing them, but then what about those we know and the only thing that passes between us is the most mundane thoughts and conversations about weather and sports and politics and what we saw on TV. This here is a special connection if a bit weird. enjoyed the post- carl

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you enjoyed your time here carl. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Much appreciated.

Chris

[D. Mansfield]

Honestly I dont know how writers Poets, remained sane without an outlet like this. Chris I too lately thought asbout the oceans between us and yet how easily we meet and become close, in this safe and distant way. The trade off is that we get to enjoy seeing others enjoying our work, and that is a trade worth while

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks for your share DM. Pleased to read your thoughts. All the best.

Chris