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Hymn for an Aging Poet
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Hymn for an Aging Poet |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA 
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In the high noon of a cold December His mind is disposed to quietly remember Once so bright were noonday skies But today he’s come to realize That the fire of noon is an eerie glow Not the silvery flame of long ago Is it the dimming of the skies Or the telling sign of aging eyes? |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
I recently read an essay wherein Robert Browning was quoted in his lament for the decline of the great William Wordsworth. It saddened me, and I thought of myself (God forbid if I should compare myself to that great man!), and this little bit of rhyme emerged. It isn’t so much about personal sadness as it is about accepting the inevitable consequences of riding into the twilight of life. Art |
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shyvl Senior Member
since 2008-04-11
Posts 531texas, usa |
Your perspective on growing old was poignant and profound. I loved the imagery especially in these lines. "Once so bright were noonday skies But today he’s come to realize That the fire of noon is an eerie glow Not the silvery flame of long ago" I also appreciate your ability to handle a rhymn scheme so delicately and well. Thanks for sharing your thoughts sharyn |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thanks for your kind comments, Shyvl; they are much appreciated! Art |
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Seoulair Senior Member
since 2008-03-27
Posts 807Seoul S.Korea |
nice poem. Sigh!! aging. spirit does not need to go with age.  |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Touching thoughts, beautifully expressed. I have to second Seoulair's remark ... indeed spirit remains as fresh as ever, if we don't cage it with our melancholic ponderings regarding the passing of time (but sigh, do I understand what you mean!). Love, Margherita |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Going to the top...James |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thanks, everyone, for your uplifting comments! I also agree that aging should not be taken as the end of the world, rather it is another of many beginnings, as we take in the promises that each day may bring! It's just that I think I'd prefer youth, and the wisdom of the latter years, rather than old age with all the trappings of experience! Oh, well, can't have it all! Best wishes, Art |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Art, I think this is a really good poem and I really enjoyed it. Alison |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Your ponderings are always worth reading Art. Ida |
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2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
I really like this one and the humour it proves.. yann |
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