Please return the glass bowl
the one with the orange lid.
Surely it is empty now, alone
on the shelf or behind the rice jar.
It is not that I am in need,
I just found myself thinking
of its emptiness, a hollow of cold.
Loneliness I wish to fill with warmth of soup.
One spoon of comfort at a time
to refill yourself
on Tuesday night
after the day’s work is done.
© Ali Grimshaw 2017
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Excellent!
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Thanks for reading.
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a hollow of cold.
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Thanks Kirsten.
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Stunning and soulful words that spoke of aloneness.
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Thank you.
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Just beautiful! You don’t use many words, but you sure make every word count….I always read your poems twice, just to make sure I understand!
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Ann, thank you for the kind attention and willingness to consider my poems so thoughtfully. Have a beautiful day.
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Like the others said, it is amazing how you bring to life a simple object. Sometimes a simple meal, a simple touch, a simple connection is all we need to make us feel better or not so alone. I also like the specifics in this poem – like the Tuesday night, after a day’s work. Reminds me of how many of us like a routine, go to work, come home, be a homebody and entertain ourselves. For those of us who are alone, sometimes we just want to not just feel replenished, but to feel that comfort and love.
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Mabel,
Just like this poem your response,
a connection across oceans,
is a source of renewal to my day.
I always appreciate your feedback.
Thank you.
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Wow this is so great! Never would have thought of something like this
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Thank you Kayla Ann. You made my day with this comment.
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👍🏻👍🏻
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A truly soulful poem centered around a simple object, and the words “hollow of cold” sent a chill through me.
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Thanks Ivors. I was reflecting on the many that live alone and feel isolated. We all need connection,
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I love the door photo!!
Sent from my iPhone
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Thanks Chere. I photographed this door in Portugal. It is no surprise you loved it. Have an awesome weekend.
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