Open

Contemplation of thoughts running silent in my mind,
to wonder just what the new day will bring.
And here I sit to ponder what it is I might find,
with haunting memories of the past beckoning my freedom ring.

I look to horizons, watching life's ship sail on by,
knowing I have got to take that faithful leap.
Time to face the challenge with open pride
for no beauty is ever found within a heap.

And so I'll bounce with courage to set myself free
as I take that plunge out to the open sea.

Author notes

Prompt: Picture credited to Mark Griffin

In a list

Dreams and Thoughts • next in list

A contest entry

Morning Picture Prompt by Cerulean Sunrise. 475 points, ended October 13, 2008, 10 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest

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-LilacThOughts-
November 22, 2008

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100th Hood-Wink Celebrations!
I can't understand why you haven't got any comments on this fine poem...A beautifully composed piece, you certainly have a gift at painting an amazing picture with words...I totally admire your writing and expected something unique from you, and this is...I love the metaphors, and particularly enjoyed stanza #2, your thoughts compliment the inspiring picture of the contest

Engaging, nice rhyme and a joy to read
You have been ambushed by a Poetic Bandit
Much love ~Lilac
Cerulean Sunrise
October 13, 2008
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Going beyond...

A nice take indeed.