For the lost

“FOR THE LOST”

In fog’s night,
there’s a shimmer.
A hint of hearth and home.
A muted invitation
to one who walks alone.

Far away from native shore
and succor of the soul.
Harbouring a longing for
the things that make us whole.

Fishing for remembrances
of paintings in the mind,
but finding only semblances
in images unkind.

And now they come, in elder times,
these showings of a land.
So often gleaned from ancient rhymes
that lead us by the hand.

As if to say this life of yours
is wanting for its bed,
so be untroubled, free of chores,
and rest your weary head.

18 Comments

    1. Lee Dunn's avatar Lee Dunn says:

      Oh geez, thanks so much!

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  1. This is beautiful!😊 ❤️

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  2. Eugi's avatar -Eugenia says:

    This is beautiful piece. It exudes heartfelt feelings.

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    1. Lee Dunn's avatar Lee Dunn says:

      Thank you, Eugenia.

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      1. Eugi's avatar -Eugenia says:

        My pleasure!

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  3. Wow! Really loved this warm and wonderful piece on your theme!!! Really loved these lines – “Fishing for remembrances
    of paintings in the mind,”
    A beautifully penned piece, My Friend!!! Bravo!!!

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    1. Lee Dunn's avatar Lee Dunn says:

      Thank you so much.

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  4. gizzylaw's avatar gizzylaw says:

    I can’t name the feelings that this piece brings forth. But I know them. I know them well.

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    1. Lee Dunn's avatar Lee Dunn says:

      Thank you, Gael.

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  5. Violet Lentz's avatar Violet Lentz says:

    That was amazing. So poignantly put together, to be sentimental but not sappy. I loved it.

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    1. Lee Dunn's avatar Lee Dunn says:

      Thanks so much!

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  6. What a sad and lovely piece x

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