Inside My Bones I Carry Words Of You Poem by Sandra Fowler

Inside My Bones I Carry Words Of You

Rating: 5.0


Inside my bones I carry words of you.
Dusk is oblivious to everything but blue.
My hand is tracing what is left of light,
Dancing westward upon the rim of sight.

A few warm whispers now are left to shine
Of all the treasured letters that were mine.
The mood we shared is slipping out of place
To glitter like a minaret in space.

No matter that your winter went too far
For me to reach by caravans of stars.
Solace is printed on my windowpane,
In case your poem comes this way again.

Previously published, The World Poets Quarterly, China

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Alison Cassidy 14 July 2007

Impeccable poetry, Sandra, and so moving. Your singular gift of marrying image and metaphor is awe-inspiring. And the theme of solace with acceptance touches the reader's heart. Love the minaret metaphor. I'm so glad I found this one. love, Allie xxxx

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Melvina Germain 25 April 2007

Another great piece of poetry, beautiful, I like your title, it shows your creative ability. Nicely done Sandra, Thankyou--Melvina--

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Brian Dorn 13 January 2007

Based purely on the title, I could tell this poem would be deep... and I was right. Great poem, Sandra! ! Brian

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Goldy Locks 29 October 2006

i have to say something about this cause i loved the title - first verse is fab & ‘minaret in space’ have never heard. but after the first verse, i feel your rhymes take something away from it; they make it more superficial than what i'd like.

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Frank James Ryan Jr...fjr 13 August 2006

Sandra...This is a beautiful exemplification of imagery at it's pristine best...tight, crisp struucture, and Rhythm in sync...as usual, fine overall craftsmanship in full display here.'''''''''''''''''''''f'jr

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Dr Dillip K Swain 21 October 2022

Sandra it's a wonderful poem. An adorable piece of poetry. Top score! !

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Meggie Gultiano 13 January 2009

i am speechless, Sandra, i cannot find the exact words what to say..it is here in my heart..i wanted to shout it out what i feel right now..This is very touching, you give me peace of mind today..I LOVE THIS VERY, VERY MUCH

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Original Unknown Girl 09 June 2008

I absolutely love this poem. It was my favourite one read out loud and I played it more than a few times to really capture the words. It is sublime and you covered perfectly how a cherished one's words stay within our bones and within our soul. Just beautiful. HG: -) xx

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This is sad, but not maudlin. For me, it draws the image of somene sitting by a window as the sun goes down, holding an old poem or love letter in one hand, and remembering. It's a beautiful image and I'm glad I picked this poem to read and spend a little time upon. Thank you for writing this, L&T

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Bill Grace 14 October 2007

Your poetry reaches and touches me at an incredbily deep level. This poem was no exception. Bill Grace

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