The 8 year old’s whisper

Meera Mere



A little lively, a bit talkative and careless,

I used to be, she rasped.

“Why so silent now?”

The silence replied, words dismissed.

“Weren’t you always like this?” a voiced hissed,

For others maybe, she answered.

 

“Am I so silent? Is it irritating?” I hesitated.

A smile graced the 8-year-old's lips, pure and secure.

"No," she whispered, a beacon of innocence and grace,

“Silent or talkative, be yourself and live it”

She vanished, a fleeting wisp in time's storm.

 

  • Author: Meera Mere (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: March 2nd, 2024 01:41
  • Comment from author about the poem: I might have changed a little. A little more reserved, a little more silent but truly I am still that little anxious kid.
  • Category: Fable
  • Views: 18
  • User favorite of this poem: Accidental Poet.
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Comments4

  • Accidental Poet

    Aren't we all Meera? There's a little part of that 8 year old in all of us. Very well penned. 😉👍

    • Meera Mere

      I completely agree AP. Thank you so much😊

    • peto

      Meera
      Your word choices are excellent
      The last line in particular is very impressive
      Thoroughly enjoyed this one
      Loud and clear

      • Meera Mere

        Thank you so much Peto😊

      • Cloie

        I love this! The dialogue with your younger self was a nice touch. The ending's message about embracing your true self was powerful. Great job!

        • Meera Mere

          Thank you so much Cloie, Glad u liked it😊

        • rhmn_7

          “Silent or talkative, be yourself and live it”, yes and don't think about what others want you to be.

          • Meera Mere

            Indeed rhmn_7 Thank you so much for taking your time to read the poem😊



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