I forgot to breathe Poem, by Baker, at My poetic side

In the darkest corners.

Behind the dusty bookshelf.

My mind it wonders.

To a distant place.

I forgot to breathe.

A nebulous dream.

Of things to come.

But not yet to be.

A quest I didn’t accept.

But one I undertake.

Now I’m a weathered traveler.

But with your blood running thru my veins.

I forgot to breathe.

And I wanted to cave.

Hang my hat, rest my feet.

Watch the crackling fire.

Tumble into dream.

I feel your presence.

Always a watchful eye.

As Im climbing the same mountains.

Weathering the same winds.

Fighting the same demons.

I must overcome this.

Your candle lights the way.

I finally exhale.

Dawn brings new light.

I press onward, a new day.

Comments +

sorenbarrett August 4th, 2025 04:35
Sometimes life passes so quickly that we don't even notice breathing. A lovely poem of life passing
Poetic Licence August 4th, 2025 05:32
We get so wrapped up in life we forget we need to step back sometimes, nicely expressed and written

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