Open Poetry #49 |
Swan Dive |
LorienLord Member
since 2013-02-03
Posts 55Wisconsin USA |
The old bridge lantern swung to and fro, searching wanting just once more to illuminate anything before its life flickered out. Then she stepped out of the shadow into its light tentatively, one foot first, testing the water like a diver before climbing the ladder. Each cold rung reminded her of failed dreams as she pulled herself upward for the very first time finally reaching the heights of despair. Now she stands high above her sins arms raised in supplication, hands clasped together and makes the leap of faithlessness. She barely leaves a ripple, her life’s story and waits for an eternity to see the judges score. |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Oh my dear, anyone who can write like this will definitely leave a ripple or more. Enjoyed your post. Jo perry |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Truly excellent poetry! I could feel the trepidation and the ultimate leap of faith. Beautiful title too...I really enjoyed this. |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"She barely leaves a ripple, her life’s story and waits for an eternity to see the judges score." Wow and a double wow. Loved this write but that last stanza brought it home. Enjoyed. JL . Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself. |
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