One morning
before we wake up
the postman freezes
just before putting a letter
into the letterbox
No more will ever arrive
The apple falling from the tree
remains in the air
never reaching the ground
Time - such a bright bulb
Suddenly turns off
We have no last chance
to look at
the photos in our albums
Life's colour vanishes
into nothing
The snowman stays alone
in the garden
for all seasons
still motionless. Nothing to watch
no starlings landing on his shoulders
any more..
One morning we slip deep into our dreams
and do not come back.
October 2019
Oh dear, this comment is very powerful and deep, it needs a very good thinking and meditation, you have opened the main code of this poem, Many thanks for this nice comment and your precious time read my humble poem.. Kind Regards
The ultimate stanza is so gripping and creates a deep impact into the mind leaving the reader to ponder thoughts about life and death. A great poem beautifully crafted. Onto my Poem List. LIke the picture that goes with this marvelous poem.
Fantastic imagery that leaves a deep impact in the mind, a real gem of a poem.
I concur with Susan Williams and Shaun Cronick that this poem is worthy of another reread and hopefully soon be Poem Of The Day. Magnificent poem woven so beautifully.
Such a remarkable piece......thank u, dear poet......anjandev roy.
Soran, your poem so worthy of another reread. Another worthy five stars. And your poem more than worthy and to be hopefully soon be Poem of the Day. For this poem, like all your poetry, deserves nothing less. Thanks again Soran, take care, stay healthy and enjoy life.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
I particularly liked the choice of title A Snowman Alone. Something so temporary and short-lived as a snowman left remaining in time. Great levels of poetry. Very much enjoyed.
Many thanks dear poet Clive for your comment..yes you are right the title has got very strong relation with the theme and topic...wish you all the best..thanks for your time..kind regards