Breathe !
While I still breathe there is hope.
When I inhale my mind clears.
Nothing has been learned despite the passing of the years.
Regrets, nothing left to say.
I’d like to stop the world, cut my losses, run away.
Time is like the huntsman's vicious hound.
No matter where you hide, he’ll ensure that you’re found..
Deep,deep breaths.
Desperately drinking in the antidote to death.
Life at any cost
Recounting what you’ve lost.
Looking back on youths impatient rush
Hold your breath and listen to the hush
Tired but insistent.
Wishing life was different.
Reflecting on the choices and the tangled web we weave.
No need for apologies, no time for reprieve.
No time left to hold unless we breathe.
Inhale, buy yourself some time.
Seeking out your destiny further down the line.
Breathe,tell yourself from life you’ll never tire.
Head above the water or choking in the fire.
Dodging, ducking, weaving, always on the move
Try to find some peace,your broken soul to soothe
Care not what you were or how you leave.
Close your eyes and don’t forget to breathe.
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Author:
Chris Duffy (
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Hi Chris, really thought this was really good, and it’s one of those poems that should be read outloud.
Brilliant!
Morning Tallisman
It really is an honour and very humbling to receive such high praise from seasoned wordsmiths such as you my friend.
When I say " Seasoned" I don't mean covered in salt and pepper !
Have a god day buddy.
(one sipped breath, at a time
we find
life, awaiting our awareness
just gotta remember
each sip, is a gift
and we're one stifled breath
from that most permanent
and impotent of belated, regret...)
so much learned, wisdom
in such a short read
thanks for sharing, dear Poet
Good morning L B Mek.
Thank you so much for your kind critique and comments.
I really am just a novice, feeling my way around but I'm encouraged to continue by your kind messages.
I wish you health and happiness.
Many thanks.
Hi Chris.I have been "on gardens leave" for a few months,and I then read a gem such as this.
Neil.
Sincere thanks.
I’m really just stumbling around subjects that interest me and I find writing both therapeutic and almost compulsive.
I’m not in the same league as some of you guys but thanks once again for your kind words.
we always tend to forget just how much precious a gift life is. this made me remember, realize and cherish every moment i spend more and to never leave behind regrets. thank you for sharing so much wisdom in such a few lines!
keep it up!
we always tend to forget just how much precious a gift life is. this made me remember, realize and cherish every moment i spend more and to never leave behind regrets. thank you for sharing so much wisdom in such a few lines!
keep it up!
Thanks 🙏 for your kind feedback
For me it has always been 'one day at a time'; however I can, at this point in my life, see one breath as more appropriate, Chris.
Neatly done - thanks.
Thanks Dave.
Great to hear from you and to know that you are still breathing.:)
Take care buddy.
Great writing, comforting, and hope restoring. Thank you for sharing. Novice… hardly. Great poetry!
Hi.
Thank you for your kind comments.
I'm learning all the time and beginning to write what I feel rather than what I think and it's enlightening.
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