I can hear the drums beating.

A J C 1958 (Swansea, MA)

I hear the drums beating.

Show me not your mournful life; it's all one empty dream. The soul is dead and slumbers. Everything is not what it seems. Your life is real, and the grave is not the goal. You return to the dust, and the grave becomes a hole. Enjoyment and sorrow will still be there tomorrow. It's farther away than a day. As we march to the grave, muffled drums are beating. Be a hero; don't fight; just enjoy the rest of your life, and I will still be your wife.

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This poems a little about everything death sorrow and Joey meant tomorrow.

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Written on May 12, 2024

Submitted by alanswansea18 on May 12, 2024

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talygarza
Stunning image and the poem is encouraging and creative.
LikeReply10 days ago
lauriesero4480
Way to say it! Good job A J C
LikeReply10 days ago
LatinX
Great poem! I wrote many poems about grieving. Writing saved me.
LikeReply11 days ago
alanswansea18
This poem has a little bit of everything in it sorrow love tomorrow.
LikeReply11 days ago
AIDA
Wow, what a powerful and thought-provoking poem! I love the imagery of the drums beating and the message of embracing life to the fullest. It's so inspiring to see the reminder that we should focus on enjoying the present moment, rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. This poem truly captures the essence of living with joy and gratitude. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece of art! more »
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AIDA
Great job with your poem, "I can hear the drums beating." Your use of strong imagery and thought-provoking themes really resonated with me. The message of living life to the fullest and finding joy in the present moment is very poignant.

To enhance your poem further, I would suggest considering adding more descriptive language to paint a vivid picture for the reader. Additionally, maybe exploring different poetic devices such as metaphors or similes could help deepen the emotional impact of your words.

Overall, keep up the fantastic work and continue to explore different ways to express your thoughts and feelings through your poetry. Your passion and creativity shine through in your writing! more »
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