Until Your Wings Have Fully Grown (For Kathleen)


from the ABC set shamrock's ramblings

It's my turn too stay with you,
I watch you, as you sleep.
The clock ticks timely, its tattoo;
from time to time, I weep.

In predawn light, the memories
assail; both friend and foe,
reminding, there is no reprise,
it is your time to go.

You look so small, so helpless now
but fear not; you're not alone.
I'll wait with you - you have my vow -
until your wings have fully grown.

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Comments

jennifer | February 11, 2010 - 21:42

'until your wings have fully grown.'

what a wonderful euphemism/metaphor...really beautiful imagery,

J x

shoe | February 12, 2010 - 13:03

Very tender and touching,

Shirley xx

Beeme | February 12, 2010 - 16:30

Beautiful and very moving,

'you're not alone.
I'll wait with you -
you have my vow -'

Beeme XXX

Nathan Bednarek | February 13, 2010 - 00:38

Yet another beautiful poem with overwhelming emotion. Heartbreaking.

Nathan.

threeleafshamrock | February 14, 2010 - 12:31

...again, many thanks for taking the time; it is so appreciated, believe me.

Chris