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Reflective Lines

memoirs of time i trace its fine lines etch tribulations found in scorns upon my face these hands of time move without sound yet in the hush lts voice will chime i see me with age my tones less blush when i turn around to a mirror's sage as i give my eyes a blink my heart begins to sink when i stop and think death could be on the brink 02/29/2020 judged 3/02/2020 Lines to awaken your muse contest Na Rerun contest 8 Sponsored by John Hamilton The carcass of beauty spent and done - William Shakespere was the choice for my inspiration

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/17/2020 10:26:00 AM

The acceptance of growing older is too difficult for some to cope with. I think it is just as important to remain young at heart no matter what the years in the mirror reflect. My grandchildren wouldn’t have me any other way. I see my mother’s face looking back at me. It does have one thinking about their mortality. I relate. Congratulations on your wonderful win! Blessings xxoo

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 6/17/2020 10:24:00 AM

This is a beauty and gem. I love it. Can definitely relate, too. Love and prayers for you, friend... blessings too. Love, Gina

John Hamilton

Date: 6/17/2020 9:50:00 AM

Great write Sandy, a poem that most of us relate to, I try not to look in the mirror as I don't recognize that old man, congrats on another win!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/18/2020 12:31:00 PM

wow, you were really inspired by this contest back in Feb. I hope it won! I love also how this poem was inspired by that phrase of Shakespere's. I can totally relate to its message. I see the ravages of time and medicine on my body and it sickens me. GREAT poem, Sandy.

Juliet Ligon

Date: 3/17/2020 5:00:00 PM

Those lines on our faces sure have stories to tell. Enjoyed your poem.

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/17/2020 9:14:00 PM

thank you my friend... hugs

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/10/2020 2:07:00 PM

A wonderful inspiration that you chose Sandy and a real poem of life that passes by in the wink or flash of an eye. We are but a grain of sand in the bigger picture, Well penned my friend. Blessings, Jennifer.

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/11/2020 6:41:00 PM

Thank you Jennifer.... hugs

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 3/6/2020 5:09:00 PM

So detailed, this was crafted with care, especially the line 'in scorns upon my face' - this should do well in the contest-

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/8/2020 12:01:00 PM

Thank you so much Michelle... it got an n/a but that's ok... hugs

Panagiota Romios

Date: 3/2/2020 11:49:00 AM

Those lines on the face are lines of triumph and victory. I, of course, know how it feels. Our vanity wants us to be 25.))) Of course we fade, as the blessed flowers do. I may be weird, but prefer lines to a beautiful young face whose life ended suddenly. Beautifully composed.. Panagiota xx

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/8/2020 12:01:00 PM

Thank you so much Panagiota… hugs

Chris Green

Date: 3/2/2020 7:08:00 AM

Whoa, this was amazing Sandy. The rhyme scheme was so very cool and the theme, definitely something I can relate to. But like in everything you do, it is your amazing talent that stands out the most in this beautiful piece. Best wishes in the contest

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/2/2020 10:29:00 AM

thank you Chris... what a kind thing to say...Its just where the contest line took my muse and the rhyme scheme was made by Joseph for the contest...it was challenging but fun... hugs

Jan Allison

Date: 3/1/2020 1:35:00 PM

oh gosh I got the chills reading your poem and with my age lines and having an elderly mum who is going downhill in various ways I dont have much to look forward to in my old age. I love your interpretation of the line, well done Sandra!:-) hugs Jan xx

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/1/2020 1:38:00 PM

thank you Jan...sorry you could relate...I have already outlived my brother and mother... the next age to get past is 62...longevity is not in my family...not immediate family anyway...here's to hoping we both get lots of extra years~ hugs

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/1/2020 1:23:00 PM

There's a jolt that's not so 'amusing!' --- G.L. in the contest. ~ gw

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/1/2020 1:30:00 PM

lol... as long as our minds stay young it's all good right? hugs

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/1/2020 7:24:00 AM

Poetic words of introspection--very well done, Sandy--you awaken the theme many can relate to. All the best.

Sandra Adams
Date: 3/1/2020 8:04:00 AM

Thank you Vijay... I originally wanted the woods line but read a couple with that theme and didn't want the thoughts to cloud my muse so went with this line... this is how I took the meaning of this line... hugs

Susan Ashley

Date: 2/29/2020 9:28:00 PM

Wow! A powerful and intimate portrait of aging, Sandra. Expressed with poignant beauty. Warmest wishes for you and best wishes for a win.. ~Susan

Sandra Adams
Date: 2/29/2020 9:36:00 PM

Thank you so much Susan...I was going to go with the woods line and Jan had used it so I wanted to attempt another... that was just the visual that the chosen line gave me... happy you liked it :) hugs