absent stood out
on the page of my day,
like sharp yellow highlighter,
biting bright contrast,
to your slight soft smile.
Remembering our laughter
mixed with the warm sunlight smell
of blackberries, overripe
with the end of this season,
some clinging to the vine.
© Alicia Grimshaw 2019
As we shift to the next, there is a tension of holding on and letting go. I feel this as I experience goodbyes and new places. Sending love to anyone who is saying farewell and transitioning with this season. Let’s welcome in the new colors that arrive with this change.
flashlight batteries - Ali Grimshaw 
This is awe-inspiring, Ali 💕
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Thank you Sadia. I appreciate this.
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😊😊
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Lovely poem. Also, the image you chose was just right.
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Lane, thank you for your kind words. Have a beautiful day.
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This poem really spoke to me. Thank you!
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Thank you for letting me know Mary Gay. Keep that foot up and enjoy this time of healing with some poetry.
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Love this Ali! From the opening “absence” you grabbed me.
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Glad to hear that this spoke to you. Have a beautiful day V.J.
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Thanks. You too!
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PS..following now too.❤
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Thank you Geraldine.
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Just wonderful Ali, you’ve captured the seasonal vibe perfectly, in words and the breathtaking colors. 😊 Well done. I’m glad I stopped in.
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Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to read and share your positive thoughts. May Love land on you today.
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I love the smell and the taste and the feel of this poem. I also connect to the changes – letting go (and letting go…..)
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I am honored that you experience all those sensations from my poem. That is incredible feedback. Much appreciated.
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I like the transition. 🙂
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Thanks Colleen. Make it a great day.
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Lovely.
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Thanks for the compliment.
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Such a lovely poem, Alicia, I used to write them too, but that was way back while I was in highschool! I found it was a great way to connect with myself – I might pick it up again
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I think you should.
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i love this poem, Ali. The imagery is beautiful.
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Wow. Thank you so much for telling me. I hope that however your world may shift you find kindness there.
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Yes, I do. There is a lot of kindness too, Ali.
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Wonderful. I wish that for everyone
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Me too, Ali 🙂
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