everything has its time

artwork by wendy vanselow courtesy of etsy.com

everything has its time

an expiration date after which it is no longer viable

i mean night is eaten by the dawn

and it is gone..vanished

waves disappear into the sand

never to be seen again

yet in my catacombs of thought

you are there

and, damn it, seeing you just one more time

still tops the wish list of my dreams

it’s as if space and time have betrayed me

or was it you?

the past hugs while the future taunts

everything has its time

perhaps “someday” is your time

Reviews

[MelissaAndres]

We always think we have time ... to call next week, to go out to lunch, to give or get that special hug. We may not always have that precious time. Time is fleeting and gone in an instant. You have done a very good job at portraying that sentiment!

[Lydia Shutter]

Indeed, we are not promised anything. We have to enjoy every second. Thank you, Melissa. lydi**

[MelissaAndres]

You are very welcome!

[MsJewel]

Lydi, it is as though you can read my thoughts...and again, you have touched a special place in my heart.

:) Julie (still waiting for someday)

[Lydia Shutter]

We think someday is tomorrow, but then when tomorrow comes, it is still someday. Julie, you and I are often on the same wave length. Thank you very much for your review. Lydi**

[~]

Everything has its time, and time is the master of all of our memories. The sands keep shifting and we hope but for a glimpse of the evading dream. May the future find you tangled :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much. I always appreciate your reviews. Lydi**

[Cassie]

My goodness Lyd, last week you wrote about reaching writers block. This poem is so so good I do not know how to review it, you surprise your audience with the ending, it is unexpected as I expected something like if that person that exists in your thoughts somehow he comes and goes and got surprised that he existed a long time ago..jeez, what am I saying. I hope you get me though, this one has jazzed me.

[Lydia Shutter]

I always love your reviews, Cassie. Thank you so much. Lydi*

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A memory is the one thing that defies space and time - that is so very true, Lydi... it is hard to move forward sometimes when those memories refuse to let us go...love the analogies here and the artwork, as always, is so spot on...

[Lydia Shutter]

To me, the art is part of the package and I enjoy finding an appropriate painting or photo to go with my words. Thanks for noticing, Thomas. I appreciate the review. Lydi**

[h d e rushin]

in the Mayan cosmology space and time were inevitably intertwined. They thought that celestial events
were indicative of communication with the Gods. And although it's maddening to think of time
as a controlled device, when we place it in the context of things ending and beginning like dreams
or hugs or even love, it makes more sense today than it ever could to a lost civilization. Being
homosapien means we can think through the context of time and represent our surroundings
independent of ourselves. It's called art. And with this definition, poetry is the greatest betrayer of
space ever invented.

You're a love poet Lydi. An honorable title to hold and one which you never betray. Wonderful write dear friend.

dana

[Lydia Shutter]

Dana, I can not express to you how much I appreciate your in depth comments. Indeed, poetry IS the greatest betrayer of space.....what a great way to view it. You are a special poet here on WC. Thank you. Lydi**

[Indra Neil]

beautiful and poignant write! eternal truth conveyed in the beginning lines! well done :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks very much, Indra. Lydi**

[Indra Neil]

u r most welcome :)

[Jamestown]

Well penned!
Everything has it's time,
perfect title for this wonderful piece of poetry:)
Thanks for sharing and b-blessed!

[Lydia Shutter]

James, I appreciate your review. Thank you. Lydi**

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Lydi, who said, "we are the stuff that dreams are made of"? Can't remember. So fitting here. Dreams, memories, hopes, wishes...it's all...everything. A very touching read, my dear poet :)

[Lydia Shutter]

I believe it was Shakespeare...not sure though. Thanks for your review. Lydi**

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I'm sure you're right lydi :) was my pleasure

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i like all the analogies presented here...everything does have its time...and you express it with graceful wording...but i especially like one line:

"the past hugs while the future taunts"

and i kind of feel that...the past, as far as the old days, the sixties, still hug me...but the future seems quite daunting.

j.

[Lydia Shutter]

Yup, you understand that line, Jacob. Thanks for the review. I appreciate it. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Poet.
"the past hugs while the future taunts
everything has its time
perhaps “someday” is your time"
Can't stop time or release memories. I enjoyed the poem. Life teaches us to appreciate every new day and good health. Thank you for the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

John, I appreciate your review. You are such a loyal reader. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

A beautiful poem and you are welcome dear friend.