Burried in the pages, I struggle
to breathe; Sticking my neck out
half dead; From my grave
a chapter half read
As a forgotten friend I carry
memories under the patterns of dust.
pressed as leaf under a boulder
crying out; for someone
who moved on
Retrace your steps
Open the page, that you
closed in rage.lessons
never lose their meaning
The Underlined words
are caged birds
let them fly, unleash
the future, waiting on
my other side.
'The lessons unlearned Folded pages Underlined words Or caged birds Time shall tell For whom did the bookmark toll the bell'..if we open the bookshelf of our mind and unlock the lessons unlearned, it is not unlearned anymore...
Second stanza I would like to see another word added before rage, like fiery or whatever, I think it may need it for effect on the entire symphony. Please consider. The poem is very well done and has both substance and presentation, it speaks to the reader with a hint of preaching and indignation, just right. Pleasant read. H
Yes this is tighter though it has lost some of its natural 'wildness'. A good poem in any case. H
''Burried in the pages, I struggle to breathe; Sticking my neck out half dead; From my grave a chapter half read''. Nicely composed poem. Thanks for sharing
This poem is filled to the brim with emotion. Your use of language is commendable. The reader goes in many directions with your wonderful metaphore. Loved it, Nikunj. A '10! ' Warm Wishes, Marilyn
Your love of language shines through in this poem, especially with the effective use of internal rhyme. I really like the extended metaphor - you've make really good use of the term: buried in a book! S :)
The Underlined words are caged birds let them fly Beautifully written. Excellent thought.10++++
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Ah yes, I guess we're all guilty of that from time to time. If only bookmarkers could talk. Those unread pages are kind of sad, and the bookmark would love to tell us so! Excellent write! Warm Wishes, Marilyn