When I open my heart, this is what I hear:
the distant sounds of voices vying in my ear;
each year of my life a different voice,
for Nature, naturally, has given me no choice.
From a first-born wail to my anguished cry
when, as a young rugger player, I missed converting a try.
The war-time sounds of exploding mines and shells;
the wounded, screaming, in their own private hells.
Funerals, weddings, christenings, graduation;
acclamation rewarding honours qualification.
I now try to write about those distant voices
heard in the life-long years that have passed,
but find their clamour now so confusing,
that I'm sure my memory is failing at last.
A contest entry
- Another 24 Hours # 2 by poetryality.
300 points, ended March 7, 2007, 17 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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Comments
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You have mentioned so very many occasions where the heart is laid out for all to know its tenderness, and lovingkindness. Its anguish even. There are times of hurt and times of joy mentioned in these few words. Expertly written.
Thank you ever so much for the time spent to enter my challenge. I wish you all the best.
Much Love ♥
Renee
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this shows your life in a glance.it is a fulfilling write for it shows much emotion.the years displayed by the voices you hear, that's unique.my best to you in the contest.
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