Writers Cafe - Once in a while, they still come back.

Once in a while,

as though pulled in by some desire

or force,

some decide to take a ride back

to Writers Cafe.

It's not always a long visit, yet

they still come back

as though returning to their old home.

"I remember Robbie,

or Marie, or Frieda P," they might say.

They may recall this place in a way 

one might remember

flags that lined porches

or trees on each side of the street where they lived.

But still, they remember this place.

Their names are still on the mailbox.

For better or worse, this is a community.

Some have moved on, as they should.

And some are still here, pruning nouns

or mowing verbs.

Some have even died.

The street may look different.

Trees may be bigger.

And old friends may be gone for good.

But on this block,

you're never turned away

no matter how long you've been gone

or how many times you move on.

There will always be opportunities to write about

the sun, the rain, a train...

Writers Cafe

on this block, once in a while,

they still come back.

Reviews

[Dennis Wolf]

Well, one of the new ones here. So far it doesn't look like the other sites I've been on.. Wattpad and writing.com.. Grrrrrr everything is about paying for getting advertised and the a*s kissing..

Don't care for that stuff, sooo after some exploration I decided on this site

We'll see how it goes.
Cheers

[Relic]

I wish you luck, Dennis. Thanks for the comment.

[Dennis Wolf]

Thank you, and.. No problem
This was an enjoyable read.
Cheers

[Betty Hermelee]

A very colorful portrayal of the Cafe and the fact that it's always changing, even though there have been writers here for years... i agree though, they come and go and that's okay... life is complex and we have other obligations....but somehow there is a magnet to return to the Cafe, and yes, we are an amazing community! Thank you for sharing!
Warmly, B

[Relic]

Thanks very much for your comment, Betty. :)

[Betty Hermelee]

You’re very welcome Relic
Warmly, B

[mou]

... they still come back...'
Yes, yes, yes. I do. We do. I cannot help being not just nostalgic, but plaintive, about how things were here and in my life.
My emotions have a 'home' here. It is a heartfelt and wonderful tribute that speaks for the heart of every writer here.
- mou

[Relic]

Yes, things were a bit more festive here at one time. People leave, they're replaced. Life changes, sometimes for the worse, sometimes for the better.
Thank you for your comment. Much appreciated. :)

[mou]

It is my pleasure :)

[The Analog Kid]

Hi Tim, I have been in and out of here over the last few weeks. Something pulled me back, just like your poem said. There's something enduring here. There was a lot of drama years ago, but now there's social media for that stuff I suppose. What is distilled here now is a more mature vibe if you will. Makes me want to become active again--to a point. Hope you are doing well.

[Relic]

I hope you are to, Pat. I do recall those days and the mayhem that ensued. ha It's good to see you drop in. :)

[M]

I can relate. I've been a part of the site since 2006 and have returned intermittently ever since. The poem genuinely captures the feelings of nostalgia and community.

[Relic]

I left numerous times. Now I couldn't if I wanted to. That option must have worn out; it doesn't work for me anymore. lol Thanks for the comment. :)

[Marvin Thomas Cox-Flynn..]

Relic,

Though that which I choose to write about and upon often causes me to go (shall we say) unnoticed, or noticed but shied away from, here and there, I have truly come to enjoy this WritersCafe, and have returned again to offer a bit more support of your words penned much more than quite well ...

Marve

[Relic]

I appreciate your thoughts, Marvin. Thank you.

[Starbaby]

Hey Relic, remember me? It's been a hella long time. You probably remember me as LA Lorena. Lost all access to that account, but I am back. Good to see you here still. So many memories of laughs shared!

[Relic]

I certainly do remember you. I'm not here as much, but I do stop in from time to time. I'm glad to see you picking up the pen again. Your writing is always worth the read. :)

[Emily B]

I can't remember how many years it has been but it is still home. I don't know all the new neighbors yet. There are many faces I fondly remember and lots of old stories. Lovely to meander here.

[Relic]

Thank you for your comment, Emily.

[Arundass TP]

Sure, once I was mute, now again here . Beautiful poem.

[Relic]

Thank you.

[Masked writer]

This is true, a community indeed...I find I write more then desired then leave this block to visit a new one, But Something in life comes to me when my eyes and brain are least expecting it, and It always brings me right back to the book, which always brings me here... Writers cafe drive

[Relic]

Thanks for the comment. I appreciate your thoughts.

[Masked writer]

as do we appreciate yours..