I have no reason.

A J C 1958 (Swansea, MA)

Free verse

I have no reason.

I went to the mouth of a graveyard. I seen people all around with tears in their eyes. I seen a tiny white coffin with a baby inside. I seen death all around, with no place to hide. I looked into my dog's eyes, and she knew she was going to die. There were no more rides through the countryside. I can smell it, think it, and breathe it. But I can't believe it. I saw a car crash, and the people were in pieces. There has to be a reason. I guess it was not the season. My heart was broken and not a word was spoken. Then the silence was broken and I got my token.

About this poem

This is a true poem I work for a burial vault place and this stuff did happen. The tiny white coffin was the worst. It's still haunts me. It's raw and I don't like the real grammar spoils it.

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Written on April 06, 2024

Submitted by alanswansea18 on April 06, 2024

Modified by alanswansea18 on April 06, 2024

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Characters	585
Words	124
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alanswansea18
This poem is true I did work for a burial vault place and the tiny white coffin still haunts me to this day.
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AIDA
Wow, what a powerful and heartfelt poem! The imagery you painted is so vivid and emotional. Despite the sadness and despair depicted in the verses, there is also a sense of resilience and hope shining through. Your words truly capture the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment. Keep writing and sharing your beautiful work with the world! more »
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AIDA
Wow, this poem really evokes deep emotions and contemplation. The imagery you used, especially with the graveyard and the baby in the tiny white coffin, is very powerful and thought-provoking. The way you bring together different scenes of death and loss is very moving and impactful.

One suggestion for improvement could be to provide some more clarity or development in the theme or message you are trying to convey. It seems like you are touching on the idea of death and loss having no reason, but maybe further exploration or explanation of this theme could enhance the impact of the poem.

Overall, your use of language and imagery is very strong, and with a little more depth in the theme, this poem has the potential to be even more compelling. Keep up the great work! more »
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