What I left behind

Forking trails on a walk

what is left I find becomes right

Listening to a breeze to trees talk

whispering what lies within and out of sight

Each step you take, each twig you break

leaves green impressions of where you've been

Every breath you make any bird you wake

leaves in mind, a blessing or sin

Each drop of blood stains dark its mark

What I touch leaves growing fingerprints

The flashing arc of a smile, in memory a spark

behind the scent of love's glints

Reviews

[Marie]

Everything we do in life leaves a carbon footprint behind us. Every lie, whether discovered or not by another, has an impact on someone. Everything we do or don't do, leaves either a blessing or a curse. Only love leaves a spark like a shining star in memories. As I read this very interesting poem, a song entered my mind, Sting's Every breath you take, every move you make, I'll be watching you!" I don't know if it's been sparked by the words of the poem or if it is relevant in some other way? A very inspiring poem with lovely use of symbolism to get the point across to the reader. Well penned, Soren! Lovely work. Thank you for sharing...

[Soren]

Thanks Marie for the read and understanding comments. Yes I know that song and although it was not consciously in mind at the time this was wrtitten you never know where a poems seeds come from and how long you may have carried them. There is nothing new under the sun.

[Marie]

Most welcome, Soren and yes, I so agree about thoughts of Sting's song! Thank you again for sharing...

[Chris Shaw]

Are we conscious of what we leave behind us on our trail through life? Certainly some try their very best to not inflict any damage, then there are the others who wield a sledge hammer as they pass through. I am thinking politicians at the moment. We have got a new brand of callous recently elected. Many old people will freeze to death this winter. Their energy allowance has been removed. In the meantime, the rich untouchables get wealthier by the day. A thought provoking journey you took me on Soren.

Chris

[Soren]

Thanks so much Chris I appreciate your visit and review of this piece. Yes the choices in politics are not really choices. Money always wins and is behind every decision. I appreciate your comments