tara caribou
poetry & short story author – artist & nature lover
Category: Poetry
Empty Bed
this morning I reached across the empty sheets and felt for you but you weren’t there you never are and still I automatically reach for you long lonely nights followed by cold hollow days I’m positive spending a whole day with you resting in… Continue Reading “Empty Bed”
Constant Visions
There are times when I imagine I hear a knock on the door I open it up and there he stands. The one who holds my heart. Somehow he’s reached the same decision I have he can’t live without me he’s flown across the… Continue Reading “Constant Visions”
Unspoken Words
I did exactly what I set out not to do I gave my heart to another What started as a chance meeting Turned into an easy conversation Which became texts and more texts Texts turned to phone calls We had a meeting of minds… Continue Reading “Unspoken Words”
Far Across The Waves
She gave her heart to another Only to find Her love was not enough for him To move beyond His comfort and safety She scarce could take it back again And so lives her days in sorrow Her eyes always longing To find his… Continue Reading “Far Across The Waves”
Moonlight
As I stand here gazing out at the bright moon’s full face, I wonder if, across the miles, you’re standing naked at your own window watching it too.
It’s All You
Wake up, open my eyes Think of you Stretch, roll over Think of you Cup of coffee Think of you Cook a meal Think of you Fold the laundry Think of you Take a nap Think of you Go outside Think of you On… Continue Reading “It’s All You”
Dreams
Last night I dreamt you came home I opened my eyes The bed was empty You weren’t there Damn you, dreams Building up false hope Reality is where I need to live —— —— —— Dream state: you’re home Reality:… Continue Reading “Dreams”
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