Once in Tranquil Calm (#writephoto)

Sue Vincent, #writephoto prompt

(For visually challenged writers, the image shows a secluded corner, with calm water reflecting the green leaves of summer.)

 

Where I was once in tranquil calm

Amid the greens, where waters flow

In long-lost summers’ timeless balm,

In soft repose, so long ago,

 

Where I was once in damp

Clothes and peals of laughter

On that lush river bank

Time misted thereafter,

 

Where I was, once

A more whole me,

Now dissonance

Comes seeking me

 

Where I,

Free, without qualms

Could access sanctuary;

Where I was once in tranquil calm.

 

Antonia Sara Zenkevitch

With thanks to Sue Vincent for her latest #writephoto prompt.

13 Comments

  1. Delightful melody. Lovely poem Antonia.

    1. antoniazen's avatar antoniazen says:

      Thank you πŸ™‚

    1. antoniazen's avatar antoniazen says:

      Thank you 😊

  2. Sue Vincent's avatar Sue Vincent says:

    Gorgeous, Antonia. Perhaps returning with heal…

    1. antoniazen's avatar antoniazen says:

      Sometimes it has to be about living as well as possible with, not healing, much as I’d like to. Frankly, as far as times in tranquil places I refer to are concerned I’m overjoyed if there is a wheelchair accessible path. Thanks for the comment and the inspiration, as always. πŸ’œ

      1. Sue Vincent's avatar Sue Vincent says:

        I know what you mean. My son has a similar problem and so many places are not accessible. On the other hand, that seldom stops him doing outrageous things once he has made up his mind.

      2. antoniazen's avatar antoniazen says:

        Good for him! I used to as well. I’m less outrageous now though I know those who would disagree. I’m glad your son has spirit, it will take him places no paths will. 😊

      3. Sue Vincent's avatar Sue Vincent says:

        It took him on a five thousand mile wander round India last year… even though he can’t walk and half his body doesn’t work any more πŸ™‚ he’s jumped out of planes, completed a triathlon and … well, I’m just surprised I haven’t had heart failure yet πŸ˜‰

      4. antoniazen's avatar antoniazen says:

        Brilliant! He knows how to get the most out of life. 😊

      5. Sue Vincent's avatar Sue Vincent says:

        When he can be bothered to get out of bed πŸ˜‰

  3. This is so beautiful! You spoke my heart! ❀

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