Gypsie’s Wonderful World of Words

Shakespeare published 154 sonnets in his quarto in 1609. While the initial 126 are addressed to a young man, the final 28 are directed toward an enigmatic woman referred to as the dark lady.

Ephemeral

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In response to Sammi Scribbles Weekend Writing Prompt #312 – EPHEMERAL in 43 words.

Joy and love
Ephemeral
Sadness and loneliness
Forever

Stability and security and contentment
Ephemeral
Fear and singleness and discontent
Forever

Springtime and summer and warmth
Ephemeral
Disease and drought and cold
Forever

Cool ocean breezes and seagull calls
Ephemeral
Hurricanes and damage
Forever

3 responses to “Ephemeral”

  1. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    Rather a dark point of view Ami. But a lovely poem.

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    1. Gypsie-Ami Offenbacher-Ferris Avatar
      Gypsie-Ami Offenbacher-Ferris

      Thank you Sadje. Yes. Light vs dark. Sometimes dark has to be released to balance out the light. And the pendulum swings back and forth. 💜

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        Sadje

        Indeed it does need to be spoken about and written about. You’re welcome

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