Stuffed full of memories
That strain the worn
Brown stitching, frayed
At every edge
The old suitcase from home
Takes the lace and nylon
The metal clasps click
With a slight breath of relief
Her past locked
Safely away
No more tricks to play
She twirled around the shabby room
So light her feet made no sound
Upon the bare wooden floor
The door swings behind her
The rough leather handle chafes
A burden soon discarded
On the turn of the road
Author notes
Credit goes to: http://fistfulofsand.deviantart.com/art/Suitcase-In-Road-22979064
A contest entry
- Tell me the story of this object ~ Suitcase by AutumnGypsy.
650 points, ended September 30, 2008, 10 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Please tell me what you think
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Wonderful
What a great write. So very creative. Thank you for sharing
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Fantastic!!!
Such great imagery, rhythm & descriptive narrative that was utterly compelling throughout...
Keep up the good work...
Well done!!!
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This is a wonderful interpretation of the prompt but sadly well over the 10 line limit
Best to you
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Thank you for your comment and contest. Sorry to go over the line limit. I loved the picture prompt, such an interesting photo and very inspirational.
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very nicely done ; you described it with so many words to bring it to visual light; best wishes in contest.
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