What's Left Poem by M.J. Lemon

What's Left

Rating: 5.0


They say
you can't take it with you

But what's never said is why
because you'll be gone
first

But will you be forgotten?

the silver ring, dresser, desk top
titanium screws, hammer, bolts
ink, computer, even the archway
may become the friends
who are left
who drift away

as you race to fortify the essence
wrapped up by the flesh grime memories
beliefs, religions that define
for far too limited time

Will they remember you?
Speak of you?
Hold court for you?

Will the things that you might
hold feel taste touch protect
detain the next one
running by just to say

You know, that last guy
he didn't really die

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Richard Wlodarski 01 July 2022

As Daniel Brick would say: Wow! M.J., some people never die. And Daniel's a perfect example. An absolutely amazing poem, my friend!

1 0 Reply
Unwritten Soul 13 July 2022

So much feeling in this, excellent one dear. Somehow the words create image and scene in my mind. It is beautiful to read this. Well, taking this time to say Sorry for late respond on your comment. Thank u for everything

1 0 Reply
M.J. Lemon 23 September 2022

Many thanks, Soul. Very much appreciated.

0 0
Nabakishore Dash 02 July 2022

excellent piece dear Lemon.

1 0 Reply
M.J. Lemon 05 July 2022

Much appreciated. Thanks for reading, Nabakishore,

0 0
LeeAnn Azzopardi 02 July 2022

Excellent comment on death. Bravo!

1 0 Reply
M.J. Lemon 05 July 2022

LeeAnn, thanks so much.

0 0

We will never know. So why worry at all! Just live for the moment only! .....Top score and favourite

1 0 Reply

A poignant and thought provoking poem, dear Mark! Will people remember us or forget us when we are gone?

1 0 Reply
M.J. Lemon 05 July 2022

Geeta, many thanks.

0 0
READ THIS POEM IN OTHER LANGUAGES
Close
Error Success