saying good-by
on a jet plane
the straight crowded aisle
my luggage overhead
the heavy door standing open
she's gone
David Austin is professional violinist and teacher, who communicates through poetry. He has played with the Cincinnati Symphony, taught at Colorado College and various public schools. He is a published author, who has been writing poetry and novels for over 40 years. His pride and joy is a shelter in which he feeds and cares for animals. David is a member of Poetry Soup.
Hi David. I enjoyed "saying goodbye." Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!
ReplyDelete-MJ (www.tgbtgpublictions.com)
sums up the emptiness beautifully.
ReplyDeleteMaureen
here today and then gone, sad sentiment
ReplyDeleteGreat piece!!!
ReplyDeleteDavid, I loved this short poem that spoke volumes. Thank you for sharing your talent.
ReplyDeleteCharlene
Hi David..I could sense the sentiment you described in your poem. Heartfelt! ~Chris
ReplyDeleteHi Dave loved your poem, my friend. I could well feel your emptiness in this poem. Enjoyed the read, my friend.....Peter
ReplyDeletevery nicely done David if reworked a little would read like a tanka
ReplyDeletebest wishes
angelee
Short and sweet that displays true emotion on a sad subject. Well done David...Rhoda
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