I SAW A STRANGER

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I SAW A STRANGER

A once familiar spirit ascended my stair
A young heart, sweet, paused short there
A young woman blooming to eye’s delight
She progressed up each tread, then, from sight

To gather my view, with past reminiscing
I looked for babe, Blue: for years gone missing
There sits a picture of tender and true
An infant turned toddler, still time runs askew

I saw a stranger, descend with soft sigh
She’s loves’ promise, from my beloved and I
Her dreams are her own, as are her worries
Times flies far ahead, as I’ve asked, “why the hurry?”

The sweat and devotion, toil of years
Is memories’ slow motion; I fight back the tears
Where are you, my child? I search time’s coast
Wading the tide pools: laughter, missed most

Sun of the high noon reflects from hair
As joy runs by waters, splashing for dare
Few are such days, exulting carefree
That father and daughter played by the sea

  I am the old man; it’s life’s plan, I gather
No re-setting the clock of this walk, though I’d rather
To have and to hold is a fleeting spring breeze
Fall destined soon, baring life’s trees

I saw a stranger abiding my home
She’s absorbed in long study
And scarcely can roam
Her mind and her form have dearly grown
As my reckoning takes refuge in years past sown

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bklynrizz commented on I SAW A STRANGER

02-25-2010

Great write. Nice flow and rhythm and oh so true. I am in total agreement with you on this one. When I look at my childrens pictures of when they were little and then look at them now I am left wondering where did the time go. My poem A Rocks Magic addresses such an observation regarding my daughter. Great job.

Marsink

02/25/2010

My young life was consumed in 'growing up', and now, I have to endure the other side of that same coin. There are great times of warmth and reward, but seem to lessen as time marches on. thanks for. your timely encouragement!

mdpoetgirl commented on I SAW A STRANGER

02-15-2010

Beautiful sentiment... the love and evolving distance between father and daughter you've described here is palpable through your words. Great job!

Marsink

02/15/2010

Thanks, so much for the kind words of support. I do appreciate your visit and thoughts

Oblaidon commented on I SAW A STRANGER

02-03-2010

I love the metaphors in this one. This is more my style. Easy 10 for me. Thanks, Al

Marsink

02/05/2010

Thanks for coming for a pleasant visit. I appreciate your comments, as a respected poet!

SavVySam commented on I SAW A STRANGER

01-29-2010

"To have and to hold is a fleeting spring breeze" So so true, yet you've captured a split second forever in this loving tribute and recollection of your sweet Blue! It is always amazing, how even though we watch them come and go each day, it is still a surprise when we realize they've grown up right before our eyes! Loving write!

Marsink

01/29/2010

I am thankful to you, Sam, for your very thoughtful and caring comment.

Londo commented on I SAW A STRANGER

01-27-2010

They grow up so quickly, don't they? This is a beautiful tribute to lost youth, and not just your own. Well written.

Marsink

01/27/2010

Yes, the allusion to the phrase, 're-setting the clock', is a recurring thought. I must thank you, Londo, for reading and commenting to your credit!

Poetry is either something that lives like fire inside you or else it is nothing, an empty formalized bore around which pedants can endlessly drone their notes and explanations.

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