Red silk loosely tied.
Breasts that are bare.
Hands hold a bowl of tea.
Eyes that blankly stare.
Lips that sip
but don’t make a sound.
Tears silently stream
and fall gently on the ground.
The bowl is drained.
The last sip taken.
Hands folded tightly
to stop them from shaking.
Empty the bowl.
Drain the heart.
Wipe the tears.
It’s a new start.
Rise up, wise up.
Heal from within.
Swallow hard
and begin again – without him.
Poem from Shades of Red, by the contributor.
very nice Dharlene
Ah, perfect day for RED KIMONO to post! It’s National Wear RED Day today …. February is National Heart Health Month. Pay attention to your heart.
Love the poem. Good advice.