Fly Too Soon

A goodbye poem to my college and all the comforts I had to leave behind.

They say it’s good, but what’s good about saying “bye bye bye”?

They say don’t clip wings, just let birds fly fly fly.

Away from me, even if I’m not ready,

even if I want more, even if I’m unsteady.

But, I know “goodbye” is more than me and what I need.

I won’t just stand here and let my heart bleed.

I’m not Taylor Swift.

Let’s talk about we. Let’s talk about us.

It’s funny how time flies. All while, I take the bus.

I came here in summer 2015.

I had big goals and wiped my slate clean.

I reached some of them and others not so much.

But, I found what I love to do and that was such

a revelation. And it made all the other struggles worth it.

My fire inside was lit.

That feeling, I’ll never say goodbye to.

This is just goodbye for me and you.

Who would have thought? Who would have bet?

It’s not always what we want, but what we get.

My fortunes changed now that we’ve met.

I was an extra. Now, I’m directing my set.

Even if goodbye is bittersweet and smudged with grease.

Let this be the last stroke on our masterpiece.

Reviews

[Josie E. Cook M. A.]

I can relate to this so much--it is the feeling I had when I finished my two degrees this last December. I felt so bittersweet when I turned in my Thesis for that last step to be done. I wanted it to last longer and be more than it was at that time. I had found the position I loved to do for six years at the university. Now, I can't find one that I love as much--it sucks.
So much work to do what? However, here at your ending--it sounds like you made it into something well deserved--not just a dream that didn't come true for YOU! Cheers to you and what you have now after all of your hard work. I think this is my favorite write by you that I have read so far.

[Brent]

Awesome, I'm glad you relate strongly to the poem. I hope you can find a position that pairs well with your love of writing. Sometimes, there are matches in places that you'd least expect it. I'm still figuring out my "real career" path, which is stressful and fun at the same time.

Thank you for sharing your personal story and insights!

[Josie E. Cook M. A.]

It is very stressful and this whole year has been about it for me. Thank you for nice wishes because those are mine, too!
:) Good Luck!

[Mrudula Rani]

What is good about saying goodbye... ? It gives us closure, so we can move on! Not all goodbyes are forever.

[Brent]

You make a good point. When we say goodbye to things that are holding us back, we can enjoy life more. But, most of the goodbyes in my life have been pretty permanent.

Thank you for your thoughtful review!

[Mrudula Rani]

In life nothing is permanent, even goodbyes. The people that have gone on to their next journey too reside in our thoughts forever. wish you all the best-Mrudula

[Great Aunt Astri]

Your conversational poem shows the growth of confidence well.' I found what I love to do and that was such
a revelation.' I like the way this sentence leads onto a second line' It puts' the emphasis on ' revelation' so that you can now direct your own life. Good for you.

[Brent]

Glad you enjoyed the flow of the poem. I actually read this piece during a break in a short play festival, so I tried to make it lively!

Thanks for your kind words!

[Great Aunt Astri]

Keep up the good work.

[Jimmy Yetts]

A charming, amusing and perceptive portrayal that is also rather touching.
Enjoyed the read, Brent!

[Brent]

Excellent, I'm glad that you enjoyed my poem. Best to leave memories where they belong and move along.

Thanks for your kind words!