A Lilac Flame

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  This poem came to me quiclky while at work in the ER. I only saw the images and did not know what it was about until the final line. Then after reading it I saw it for what it was; a eulogy for my current separation and second divorce. I bare equal responsibility in the relationships demise, so like me she has her own wounds to lick. May they heal and may the recovery be swift and buoyant leading to happiness. This is my only wish and prayer for her.

A Lilac Flame

As the ember's last glow dies down
To a small pale pile of amber ash,
I rake across the smoldering reamins
In tonights one final rite and act.

All The room's candles have died out.
No shadows are alive to be cast about.
In this pitch dark my sunken heart heals
From a lilac flame's lingering hot scorch.

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skymist2 commented on A Lilac Flame

01-11-2011

Amazing poem. Sad, knowing what it's about. I'm sure writing helps the healing process. Thanks for sharing with us. Sky

Teardrops commented on A Lilac Flame

12-18-2009

truly beautiful poem thanks or letting me read your work

Poetry is what gets lost in translation.

Robert Frost (1875-1963) American Poet.

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