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Time Takes a Breath MAG
February 27, 2009
I sit with my feet up on the dashboard,
music bursting from the speakers in rhythmic little puffs,
windows rolled down just enough so I can dangle my left hand over the edge.
I can faintly hear the wind pecking at the cracks on the door,
sending the puddles of water on the ground into frantic ripples
and propelling crackled autumn leaves onto my car windshield.
I close my eyes and listen to the storm battering around me,
enjoying the balmy sensation of the car vents breathing hot air,
warming my skin despite the bitter cold outside.
For once I have nowhere to be, no deadlines to meet, no class to rush to,
and so I stay here just a little while longer while the world races on around me.
© Kristine M., Indianapolis, IN
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OoODerekOoO BRONZE said...
on Jun. 20 2009 at 2:49 am
This is absolutely wonderful. Very great job. it's so calming, and descriptive. I love it. You could go far. and Also, Congratz on being published. :)
Pink_Butterfly said...
on Jun. 19 2009 at 2:49 pm
I like it. Good Job.
shelby_kat DIAMOND said...
on Jun. 19 2009 at 4:20 am
i loved the last lines, they are really relatable. i have done that before too so i know how it feels...
sillyrabbit GOLD said...
on Jun. 17 2009 at 2:02 am
Very good i like your your tone its calm and at peace
Amanda Bragg BRONZE said...
on Jun. 9 2009 at 2:36 am
It was good but if you were driving how was ur feet on the windsheild? just saskin
KaylaMariebabie SILVER said...
on Jun. 5 2009 at 5:57 pm
It makes an impact , and a statement. So i can honestly say its awesome ;)
PeacemakerPanda SILVER said...
on Jun. 1 2009 at 10:32 pm
Such a feeling is rare and hard to find, I'm glad you found some time ^^ Wonderful poem! d(^-^)b
Love_Kills_the_Blind PLATINUM said...
on May. 31 2009 at 5:11 pm
that was really good! i like the symbolism of the title too it really caugh my eye!
UndiscoveredSweets PLATINUM said...
on May. 25 2009 at 5:35 am
it's reallly good!
dada said...
on May. 22 2009 at 4:52 pm
BEAUTIFUL :D
alayapoetgirl BRONZE said...
on May. 18 2009 at 6:34 pm
I can relate in so many ways. It throws out a relaxing mood. Sometimes I feel like this, and other times I wish I had.
AmberTiana SILVER said...
on May. 16 2009 at 4:15 pm
I like your descriptiveness. And your style. It kind of just whispers...but yet makes a statement.
madegclover6 SILVER said...
on May. 16 2009 at 1:10 am
thats really good.
Renaissance SILVER said...
on May. 14 2009 at 10:44 pm
If only we could feel so at peace all the time.
rebekah dalm BRONZE said...
on May. 6 2009 at 5:56 pm
i like the uses of random other things to get the image acros.... like rythmic little PUFFS!
-xlimitless239x- GOLD said...
on May. 5 2009 at 12:38 am
this is a good poem. you have talent. keep writing.
you could go far.
you could go far.
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