My Diamond

Shahla Latifi

 
They say: Now you are free.  
You can do whatever your heart and body desire.
I smile at my old, emotional side, full of passion for life,  
enriched by the beauty of imagination.  


I spread my wings in the shadow of the silver moon.
Looking at the castle of my life,
I see broken glasses, colourless walls, and an empty well that has dried up some time ago.  

However,
I can find hidden treasures around the castle in the dim light of the past.  
The ruby of my heart is transparent and untouched by the fog of time.  
My diamond, rough to the touch yet solid,
is full of my shining truth.  

I look down; the moon is tired and wants to sleep.  
I smile.  
I blow kisses at the castle below, full of enchanted childhood memories.  
It is so bright, like the glorious days of my youth.
I look at the trees around the castle.
They reach for the moon, tall, strong,
and unwavering in their imagination, grace, and motherhood.

Shahla Latifi
December, 2024

  • Author: Shahla Latifi (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: December 30th, 2024 11:02
  • Comment from author about the poem: Having my boys for the Christmas holidays has opened a window to my poetic side amid the hectic season. This poem reflects my truth about life's rough and gentle moments.
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 15
  • Users favorite of this poem: Teddy.15
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  • TobaniNataiella

    A quite haunting and touching reflection on days gone by, beautifully written

    • Shahla Latifi

      I appreciate your time and the kind comment about this piece.
      Happy New Year.

    • Tony36

      Well written and expressed

      • Shahla Latifi

        Thank you, Tony. Happy New Year.

        • Tony36

          You're welcome, happy new year

        • Teddy.15

          Beautiful and sad life has its twists and turns but when we are strong we can achieve many things we thought were not possible. 🌹 Happy New Year ❤️

          • Shahla Latifi

            I agree with your thoughtful comment. Thank you, and Happy New Year.



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