love formed
thick circles--
of polished gold;
but time and work--
smoothed the grain,
leaving it thin--
tarnished;
still they sleep--
together,
facing away--
towards windows
and doors--
apart;
and the only gold remaining
is in the glimmer--
of memory...
Author notes
Prompt: Gold
In a list
A contest entry
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Comments
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What a tragic write. It is sad how often love grows brittle and flakes away. Yes sad, but a reality. I am fascinated by your ability to write such melancholic poetry and yet it is so beautiful. The darkness can be graceful, and you have proven it.
Carrie
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Oh such a sad take on the prompt, but a reality that many couples seem to face.Thank you so much for your entry
Gaylene
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