A Distant Time
Before I go
I’ll skip a stone
Rings counted in the wake
Look back and smile
Before I go
Reflections on the lake
The time has come
Beyond the fields
My journey starts today
No wish to wait
The time has come
Forthwith and underway…
A house of clouds
Above the hill
Its door propped open wide
I say my prayers
Then cross my heart
Up stairs, to step inside
© 2021 Phil Perkins
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Beautiful Poem..
Thank you, Vijay 👍
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Wow, what a powerful poem Phil. So reflective. Love it! ❤🥰💖
Thank you so much, my friend ~ I wish you a restful day, dear Kym. Take care 🙏😊💖
You do the same Phil. Thanks so much. 🤗💖😊
Really lovely!
Thank you 🙏😊
Brilliantly composed! 👍
Thank you for your kind words, dear Aaysid ~ much appreciated & I’m glad you enjoyed my poetry 🤗🌹
You are most welcome. Looking forward to read more. 😊
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Beautiful poem Phil. I love skipping stones 🌼
I’m so glad you enjoyed my poem and I appreciate your kind comment, dear Holly. Thanks for stopping by & I wish you a great day 🤗🌹
Thank you dear Phil! It’s always a pleasure 🤗🌹
A peaceful and accepting reflection on an experience everyone will face, but not everyone wants to talk (or write about). Moving poem, Phil. Beautiful intro. 💖
I appreciate your thoughtful comments 💖 and it pleases me to learn you’ve enjoyed my poem. Your input is always welcome and the presence of your beauty elevates my outlook. Stay cool, Michele.
A wonderful poem. I liked it very much, my dear friend 😍🤗
Thank you so much, my dear friend Balle 💖 I’m glad you enjoyed it, and wish you a great day 🤗🌹
With pleasure 😊 Thank you very much Phil, I wish you a wonderful day too 🌞🌞
Thank you Balle 🙏😊
Wow! Nicely done, Phil!
So glad you like it, my friend 🎨 Wishing you a wonderful week ahead 👍
Mooi gedicht en doordachte woorden! ❤️
Ik waardeer je vriendelijkheid, lieve Inge ~ je bent een lieverd! Thank you ❤️
I can see all that …. :), like a movie …
Thank you, dear Silvia ~ I’m glad you like my poem, and wish for you a wonderful weekend! 🤗🌹
Beautiful expression, Phil 🙂 love reading it👍💕
Thank you, Saima ~ much appreciated! 🤗
My pleasure, Phil🙂