Caught me

more of my nonsensical wonderings

A cover of worn old leather
Soft and used
Strong from abuse

Pages yellowed from hands
That turned them and turned them
And I wish I could burn them

Ink,
Fading and soft
From memories, that were nearly lost

Won't open this book,
For fear of the day
That the spine falls apart, and the words fade away

But somehow, you've pulled the word out of me
Rebound and repainted the pages
Set me free from all of my cages

I can't thank you enough
For the gift that you've brought me
I was falling and you, there, caught me

Reviews

[icelandicblue]

I love old books, and I am not afraid to read them I am currently reading an old copy of the Hobbit. The yellowed pages and slightly musty smell only enhance the memories of the first time I read this story. I think you have described the fragility of old books perfectly.

[Annabelle Lee]

thank you.

[Zeitgeist Manifesto]

This is a real beauty. A touching story about the power of love.
And, also a reminder about why my one of my favorite places to
be is used book stores.

[Annabelle Lee]

thanks!

[The Analog Kid]

Beautifully done. A bible is definitely right up there as far as worn pages. Basically, any old book that you love. Welcome back:)

[Annabelle Lee]

thank you! wc got a makeover while i was gone!

[The Analog Kid]

Yes, I see that too. I have been off a few days. I reviewed another one of yours too. Stay strong!

[KAOlmsted]

My first thought was the Bible. This is an extremely well written piece, not one nonsensical word in the lot. Very well done. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[Annabelle Lee]

thank you

[KAOlmsted]

My pleasure.

[Shadey Jadey]

Its wonderful. It can be taken in many ways, but each with their own emotions. Love it, Great write xD

[Annabelle Lee]

that was my objective. thanks

[Be myself!]

Wow

[Annabelle Lee]

thanks.

[Be myself!]

your welcome

[LA Lorena]

I really liked this Annabelle, it's very different than anything you've written before. It shows a new creative side, replete with imagery and symbolism, a very mature undertaking for you! I'm impressed.

[Annabelle Lee]

thanks!

[Frieda P]

This can be read in so many different ways, an old book, old ideals, poetry, I love the nuances of it, can make it my own. Beautiful work Annabelle.

[Annabelle Lee]

i had written it as a sort of symbolism and im loving the way everypne has their own interpretation pf it... to me thats the makings of a good poey.

[Frieda P]

ha if you do say so yourself ;-)

[quinfinn]

old books are like old people, many tales to tell if we are patient and kind and take care and time to absorb them. but we must be delicate and gentle, let things unfold as they may and absorb what the teachings, the lessons are. i thought of a bible when i first read this, then of a journal and then of our sages. whatever your source, the message rings true. well written and nicely expressed.

[Annabelle Lee]

thanks very muchly.

[Baby Ricochet]

I like it. It's like old poems and writing, like my journals. The only thing I ever wrote before I got on the WC.

[Annabelle Lee]

i still write in my journal... mostly the stuff I am not ready to let you guys see. :) thanks, Ricochet!