Self Discovery Journey



Who am I, in this vast expanse of time?
A fleeting ember, a flicker in the rhyme.
A reflection of the stars, the cosmic design,
Seeking purpose, a quest to define.

Am I the whisper in the wind's gentle caress?
Or the crashing waves, tumultuous and restless?
Am I the laughter that echoes through the night,
Or the tear that falls, hidden from sight?

Am I the mountain, standing tall and strong,
Or the river that flows, with melodies long?
Am I the sunshine, warming hearts with grace,
Or the shadow that lingers, in a hidden space?

Who am I, in this tapestry of existence?
A seeker, a dreamer, a spark of persistence.
A collection of moments, woven threads of fate,
The choices I make, the love I create.

Am I defined by the past, or the future untold?
Or the present, a gift, where mysteries unfold?
In the depths of my soul, the answers reside,
Waiting patiently, for me to confide.

Who am I? A question without an end,
A journey of discovery, a message to send.
For in the search, I find fragments of truth,
In the depths of my being, eternal and uncouth.

I am a wanderer, exploring life's grand design,
Embracing the unknown, with a heart aligned.
In the tapestry of existence, I am an art,
A unique expression, of the universe's heart.

About this poem

In this thought-provoking poem titled "Who am I, in this vast expanse of time?" the poet delves into the profound question of identity within the context of our existence. Through vivid imagery and introspective lines, the poem takes us on a contemplative journey as the speaker reflects on their place in the universe. The opening lines establish a sense of transience and ephemerality. The poet likens themselves to a "fleeting ember" and a "flicker in the rhyme," emphasizing the brevity of human life in the grand scope of time. This evokes a feeling of humility and insignificance, highlighting the vastness of the cosmos. The poem then explores various metaphors to express the multifaceted nature of human experience. The speaker questions whether they are like the gentle whisper of the wind, the powerful crashing waves, the laughter that resonates through the night, or the hidden tears that go unseen. These metaphors capture the range of emotions, sensatio 

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Written on May 09, 2023

Submitted by Brown_Sketchys on May 11, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABB XXCC DDEE FFGG HHII JJKK BXLL
Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 1,247
Words 260
Stanzas 7
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4

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