Michael Anthony
Michael Anthony
Jun 19, 2024
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Linda, Blue and Green

It's been a very long time since I last saw you.
But I remember you standing in the lake with a smile.
The blue-green waves were splashing against you
from the transient wake of the passing boats,
causing you to sway in a wonderfully awkward way.

We were temporary people then. Changing,
like all the ripples in the water we couldn’t hold.
Unprepared for the hurt, it’s why you and I used to be.

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Style/Type: Free verse

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About the Author

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski

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Geezer

the last three lines...
We were temporary people then. Changing,
like all the ripples in the water we couldn’t hold.
Unprepared for the hurt, it’s why you and I used to be.

~ Geez.
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