Wednesday, 20 October 2021

As leaves fall

 It is a queer thing to miss

That which did never exist


To seek out that face, that form

In a crowd, when all alone


It is as the taste of ash in my mouth

The reminder

That I'm looking for something 

which cannot be found


It is strange to remember

Memories once happy

Now seen without colour


Devoid of fervour or ardour

And wonder

Where did it all disappear


What was it that made me feel so

When did the doubt vanish

Why did I not pay heed

And if I had

Would I feel perhaps a little less silly


It is as being awakened from a dream

Rudely, and suddenly

And find the memories quickly vanishing

And leaving me wondering

What was it that made me so happy


I do not want to turn back

The clock, or indeed seek a different end


I just want to lose the habit

Of seeking you