Temporal

(lyrics, muse is singing )

so what use is anger
inflicting self pain
let it drift from
lost remnants
there's nothing to gain

let it sail on the high seas
let it fly in blue sky
for life is for living
there's no time
to cry

veiled mists have now lifted
those ghosts have now gone
once haunted it's over
oh yes it's all over
along with your song

what remains is a memory
a flower's last bloom
pink petals have faded
there's no sense
of gloom

Reviews

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

let it sail on the high seas
let it fly in blue sky
for life is for living
there's no time
to cry

I love that staza. we can't dwell on disapointments and tragedy for life goes on and we must live it before our time is up. I could hear these lyrics being dung to a very hauning tune.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for stopping by Dale with your generous comments. Pleased you enjoyed.

Chris

[Seriana]

I can imagine a strumming guitar along with these find words, singing into a soft melody that' would be stuck in your head later for humming.
Nicely written as always, Chris. Thanks for sharing a bit of your own ghosts here :D
Amber

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Amber. Appreciate you stopping by. All good wishes and good to see you.

Chris

[Chris]

I've imagined a carefree tune that floats behind my eyes... Good Afternoon now Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Chris, yes please do sing a longa:) Every now and then my muse comes through with lyrics. I have to go with it :) Enjoy the rest of the day.

Chris

[Chris]

I shall - you DID bring a smile.

[Chris Shaw]

Very pleased to hear that :))

[darshu]

Wow.. Related to life👏👏👌

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you darshu. I appreciate you stopping by. All the best.

Chris

[Pete]

good advice though easier said than done for some. anger is such a useless, destructive, primitive emotion. great food for thought. yes, it hurts only ourselves - there are a plethora of constructive ways to let it out ... :)

[Chris Shaw]

Knowing what is good for you is different from taking your own advice :) Anger is destructive. I've always found eating chocolate helps or a glass of wine, but not too many or that just makes the matter worse. And your solutions for dealing with anger are?...

[Pete]

i've started focusing on myself again after a period of deep depression and not caring. i've started a workout routine a couple of times a week which i diligently have stuck to and of course my daily treks down to the park by the harbor. learning to love yourself again takes time. we must replace the things we no longer want in our lives with other productive things ... :)

[Pete]

oh, and music of course!!! i'll never stop listening to it ... :)

[Pete]

... and writing ... :)

[Chris Shaw]

The exercise is excellent Pete, and your walks to the harbour, music and writing...you have plenty to occupy your mind. Hope you are on the mend after your recent depression. It takes time to recover. All the best :)

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Chris. Anger lead to no-where.
"veiled mists have now lifted
those ghosts have now gone
once haunted it's over
oh yes it's all over
along with your song"
I wish I could take back words said. We can't. Powerful and worthwhile words shared my friend.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Coyote. What's done is done. Remember the good times, let the anger melt away. Negativity serves no purpose.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Chris. Anger and regret, a heavy weight to carry. You are welcome.

[Vertigo Cat1111]

This is an amazing piece, from the first line to the very last one. And there's so much honesty, 'what use is anger, inflicting self pain,' because that's mostly what anger is, isn't it? I never thought about it that deeply until I read this. And then the second part- that's truly the best thing we can do, let the negativity and anger fly off into the blue sky and I love the hopefulness of this! As hard as it is to let go of hard things, it's most definitely the best thing to do, and you penned that down wonderfully. The ending reminds me of a new start since letting go of the anger, a flower blooming with no semblance of resentment left! This is a piece full of wise emotions and advice that I think is a wonderful idea for us to all listen too.

[Chris Shaw]

I love your new avatar and I thank you Colacat for your very generous review. Pleased you enjoyed the read. Not easy to let go of anger but for peace of mind, it makes much sense.

Chris

[Vertigo Cat1111]

Thank you so much! Yes, I enjoyed this piece very much, it was wonderful.

[Lorry]

The wounds heal whether we let our minds and souls suffer or not, so why not choose not? Singing isn't only for winning, despite what footie fans say. But why have I got the only fools and horses theme playing in my head?
🎶 Stick a pony in me bucket, take the suitcase from the van. If ye want the best uns an ye don't ask questions, then brother, I'm your man... 🎵
I'd say "Good girl, you know it makes sense, but I'd probably get hash tagged and there's no room on my jacket for any more labels 😊

[Chris Shaw]

You know I love only fools and horses :) Thanks for the smile Lorry. Watch them hash tags :) Hope you are good and not working too hard.

Chris

[Lorry]

#lovelyjubbly 😊

[Einstein Noodle]

such sound wisdom, Chris! love the form and rhymes .. smooth flowing and natural as a languid stream .. powerful opening lines .. hits solid with purpose and wisdom .. lets not let the sun go down on our anger .. as it is written ;) great stuff .. taking it tucked in me noodle today .. just let it go!!!

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Mr E. Thank you for a visit on a lovely Saturday we are having in Brixham. Hoping all is well with you.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris....Worldly things will pass away, but Spiritual thoughts
will linger through the ages. We often need Divine Intervention on many events
and circumstances. Be blessed and safe always. A lovely poem of Wisdom entwined.
gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat, how lovely of you to leave your thoughts. Hope you are enjoying the summer days. Much love across the waves.

Chris

[Davidgeo]

I've been listening to a lot of Amy WInehouse lately and this poem, I don't know, either it makes me think of her more or she makes me identify with this more. Either way it's a pretty nice coincidence. Nice work doll face...

[Chris Shaw]

Amy is well worth listening too. Thanks for checking this one out.

Chris

read moreAmy is well worth listening too. Thanks for checking this one out.

Chris

[Davidgeo]

She is delightful. Or was, anyway. She left too soon.