For decades, I've traveled this same road
On this old path, where memories clung
Green shoots of spring, a hopeful start,
...
Senator Graham is now set to rest
A heavy weight upon my anxious heart
The path ahead, a canvas bare,
A silent space, suddenly not heard
...
I looked out the plane's window, rays of sun
Golden kisses brightens my heart has begun
Clouds like pure white atolls whispered
My mind softly emerged
...
Vincent Cao Tran is a poet inspired by classical Romanticism Poets, drawing influence from the timeless British literary works, as well as the philosophical depth of French literature. Although he earned a JD, Vincent found himself far more captivated by poetry, imagination, and the emotional truths found in literature than in thick legal texts. Raised among libraries, bookshelves, and classic works, Vincent developed a lifelong love for reading and writing. His literary voice reflects a deep appreciation for life's beauty, melancholy, human emotions, and the enduring power of words.)
The Path We Traveled
For decades, I've traveled this same road
On this old path, where memories clung
Green shoots of spring, a hopeful start,
Then summer's bright sun, warming the heart
Autumn's colorful breeze, of once vibrant leaves,
Remembering loved ones from bygone days
Wintery snow, a silent solitude,
Reflecting smiles on so many memories
The trees stand tall, a patient watch,
As seasons turn, with tender touch
This road, a time path unfurled,
Holding echoes of cherished recollections
Each step a crisped soft low,
Of love that blossoms, and seeds sowed
'My mind thinks globally, my heart forever beats and bleeds American'