occasionally
a moment originates
when it all makes sense
Hot, bitter exhaust fumes
from the bus barely missed,
still lingered in the air.
He thrust his arm and finger
out to hitch.
A car came to a halt.
Dry broom straw crackling
beneath his feet.
Opening the chrome door handle,
scorching to the touch
with his handkerchief.
How could he have known?
This was one of those moments
where fate and chance collide
and life changes forever.
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Author:
Jerry Reynolds (
Offline) - Published: September 17th, 2026 09:37
- Category: Love
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- Users favorite of this poem: sorenbarrett, Tristan Robert Lange, Teddy.15, arqios
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Comments6
It is implication that makes this lovely. It what is not said that says more and here so true Jerry a lovely write
Thanks, my friend.
My pleasure
Jerry, I love this one. Damn, how often the biggest turns in life begin with something that feels like absolutely nothing at the time. Wonderful write, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Thanks, Tristan. Yes, it is.
Well this just gave me goosebumps yourself and Linda soulmates my friend. It was always a story to be told. 💜
Thanks, Teddy. It is how we met 62 years ago.
I know, and can you believe that it's five years on Thursday that I was in Venice looking at your favourite bridge? I will remember forever. ❤️ ❤️
It takes but a moment and life changes forever. Very moving Jerry. An instant Fave 🙏🏻🕊️
Thanks arqios. Are we but ricochets off the stones of time?
Ooh, now there’s a line that’s true and poetic and quite useful to write with!
Life is full of moments when the course of life changes direction. But some moments are bigger than others...
Not doubting the significance of this one, Jerry.
Thanks, Dave. It is for sure.
Those moment can happen Jerry and change lives forever.
Andy
Thanks, my friend. Yes, they can. Often reported in your writing.
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