The True Nature of Loss 

Neville

The True Nature of Loss 

 

As she entered the room,

I suddenly

remembered the scent

and the taste

and the feel of orchards

and harbours

and sixteen other sacred

places that

   I visited during my youth ..

And although

I never quite forgot them

I no longer

think of them each day or

mourn their

existential passing, such is

   the nature of loss ..

  • Author: Neville (Offline Offline)
  • Published: May 25th, 2024 01:24
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  • orchidee

    A fine write N.
    Meanwhile, I never lose KP. She hangs around like a bad smell! lol.

    • Neville



      Now why I could scents that coming a mile off Orchidee eh' .. Neville

    • 2781

      It could do my head in, thinking about what was, and what may have been.

      • Neville



        Then my advice is don't

      • Goldfinch60

        It is surprising what things can trigger memories Neville.

        Andy

        • Neville



          indeed tis true .. ta

        • Cassie58

          You never lose that sense of smell, taste or touch, that seems to remain, even though the memories themselves may fade with the passing of years. This poem is very much of the present Neville. Have a lovely weekend.

          • Neville



            Thanks for the visit, the words of insightful wisdom and for brightening an already sunshiny Saturday our Cassie ☀️🌻👍

          • Doggerel Dave

            Olfactory sensations are for me some of the strongest memory prompts I experience. Do I have memory loss? Not when that scent wafts by......
            Much truth in a few lines, Neville.

            • Neville



              Me too mate & thanks for the 👍

            • Accidental Poet

              Every now and then a smell can take me back to my youth and instantly a smile has adorned my face as does this work of poetic art. Well penned my poetic friend. 😎👍

              • Neville



                I know exactly what you mean .. I also know you are way too kind AP .. thank you so much for those words of encouragement .. Neville

                • Accidental Poet

                  Credit given where credit due N. 😉👍



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