Unfold the layers off this mask,
swallow the questions no one asks,
another day with the same tasks,
drunk wishes swim within old flasks.
Alone while others are around,
all aspirations hit the ground,
an inner silence feels profound,
wishes crash hard but make no sound.
Frustrations learn to stand alone,
messages whispered in soft tones,
a deep connection with unknowns,
unsure faith rest, still as a stone.
The years pile on in the same way,
a routines mix, dictates each day,
bored numbness takes over and stays,
just then a dream dares to invade.
A yellow thought becomes so true,
the tossed old bottle makes life new,
the quickest blink changes all views,
listen to songs the breezes blew.
Tall solid plank standing upright,
the warm sunshine exhales delight,
self confidence offers insight,
builds a grand future that shines bright.
– Grace Y. Estevez-Reddy
Interesting poem, Grace.
Thank you!
Joanna
Thanks, Joanna.πππ
Wow! So powerful! Love these lines:
“A yellow thought becomes all true,
the tossed old bottle makes life new,
the quickest blink changes all views,
listen to songs the breezes blew.”
So happy you liked it, Aaysid. Thanks so much .π
What a stunning poem, dear Grace. The last two stanzas are a marvel. I adore this poem. β€οΈβ€οΈ
This is so nice to hear, my friend. Thank you so much. It truly means so much to me.π
Youβre most welcome, Grace. Itβs always my pleasure, my dearest friend. π
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Beautiful poem, Grace! Absolutely loved itβ€
So happy you enjoyed. Thank you so much, Suvi.π
Superb, Sentimental, Touching and Loving!
Bravo!
Grace,
I have become your ‘ FAN ‘!
Accept me!
You are too sweet. Thank you so very much.This truly means so much to me.πππ
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This is so beautifully written, Grace! Every line is so touching, the last two stanzas were just too good. You always do end it so very well and I absolutely love that. Loved it β€β€
Iβm so happy you enjoyed it,AB. Thank you so very much for your kind words and support.I truly appreciate it.π
Always, Grace β€β€
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Beautiful poem
Glad you liked it. Thanks so much.π
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed.π
Very nicely written
Loved that third stanza, Grace! Beautiful poem! The rhymes added a lovely rhythm to it.
So happy you enjoyed it, Shruthi. Thank you so much.πππ
Youβre welcome, Grace!
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bored numbness takes over and stays,
just then a dream dares to invade.
Perfect linesππ
Glad you liked it, Reena. Thank you so much,my friend.π
…drunk wishes swim within old flasks…and then.. the warm sunshine exhales delight.. simply stunning lines. Good one, Grace πππ
Thanks so much, my friend.π
It’s truly my pleasure β€οΈ
I love the depth of layers, which might never be fully removed, but the journey moves onwards.
Im so happy you liked it. Thank you so much.π
Grace, you leave me speechless with your creations…your wisdom…your experiences…your realizations β¨β€οΈπ«
You are too kind , my friend. I don’t think I could ever thank you enough, for all of your support . You Navin are amazing. Much love to you.π
Much love to you, my friend β¨β€οΈπ«
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Really enjoyed this one, Grace. ππ
Iβm so happy you enjoyed, Sara. Thank you.π
My pleasure, Grace! π