BEHIND A SMILE

nephilim56

A quiver in the voice
Of an old friend
I saw today
Years had passed before
This chance meeting
So to say.

His eyes were heavy
His forehead creased
Behind his smile
There was no peace
I didnt ask
I didnt pry
What the trouble was
Of what or why.

We shook hands
Said our farewells
See you soon
As his tears welled
I watched him walk
Down the street
A solemn step
His soul to weep.

 

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  • sorenbarrett

    How things go unsaid in a world of no conversation. Darkness falls in this poem. Very well written a fave

    • nephilim56

      very kind, thanks appreciated

    • Swarovski20

      Very touching poem.

      • nephilim56

        very kind thanks, appreciated

      • Kevin Hulme

        Yes you never know what's going on behind the Mask. Enjoyed.

        • nephilim56

          thanking you, appreciated

        • Priya Tomar

          You painted a scene of separation.
          Well written



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