Out of nowhere
a thought of you
will hit my mind,
like a poison dart.
I don't know what
triggers it.
Tonight, I think it's
the cold wind blowing
outside my window.
Or, it could be the
tangerine I just ate.
That sweet juice.
It doesn't last
though.
Gone in a flash.
Too small for a
lifetime together.
And I'm alone with
this bright orange pain,
vowing never to write
about you again.
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Author:
Thomas W Case (Pseudonym) (
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Comments9
Funny how flashes or triggers set off thoughts, memories, emotions that pass as quickly as they come. A good write Thomas
Orange can bring so many emotions as has your poem, it also brings a certain zest of sadness and resentment, oh how things could have been so different. Superb poetry dearest Thomas. 🧡
Thank you, sweet Teddy.
Great write
ty
You're welcome
Love the "colorful" emotion in here. Brilliant use of orange and a very resonant poem. Well done, Thomas! 🕯️🌹
Much appreciated.
A lovely write Thomas over the simplest of things that raises a memory, that passes as quickly as it came, enjoyed the read
Thanks.
You are very welcome
Had vowed that several times myself, at times vowing wasn’t even a measure required: “quilling shock,“ it could be described. Powerful write. Thomas 🙏🏻🕊
Thank you, yes.
Welcome TWC🙏🏻🕊
Well Done Thomas
Thank you, Sir.
Simply awesome!
Thank you.
and yet - the thought of the beloved keeps coming back at odd moments, uninvited..
lovely touching poem
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