Quiet Journey

Tamara Woods 25 Comments

We’ve all heard that phrase, “It’s not the destination, but the journey.” Let’s put that idea to the test today.

Write a poem where you start with the last line and work your way to it. It’ll be all about the journey you take to get there. Need a jump-off point to help you along your way?

Here’s a photo:

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And a video:

http://vimeo.com/108635192

Let them influence your words. If you’d like an extra challenge, be sure to include the word “quiet” in your piece.

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25 thoughts on “Quiet Journey”

  13. First I want to say that this is difficult for me as my ‘poetry’ generally is inspired by strong emotions and a certain person; however I thank you for the opportunity to stretch my notions of writing with your prompts. While still not pleased with the results, I am a bit happier with this one and hopefully I will get where I want to be without anguish and despair being my only fuel.

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  14. Lonely Stairway

    Tying twin laces my eyes drift
    I note two empty hooks
    White porcelain gleaming bare
    While a shelf is missing four books
    And six hangers are strewn with no care

    Slipping on my jacket I stop short.
    In a space all too still and silent
    I yearn to yell and scream
    But vow to remain quiet
    Wishing it were but a dream
    Walking out with wallet and keys
    There it sets upon the table
    What was meant to please
    Can’t leave without it … unwilling and unable

    Tap, tap, tap; dash the way down
    My push opens the door
    As I hit the ground
    My hair bristles in a breeze
    Traffic noises seem muffled
    Like rustling autumn leaves
    With my head wrapped in a fog
    Whirring thoughts damper the din
    Slapping leather soles on pavement
    The lone sound I seem to let in

    Too quickly my last steps are near
    Neck craning, sill against my knee
    Into window panes I peer
    Through my face reflected back at me
    In a crowded room
    A solitary table’s chairs are empty

    With heavy heart I clutch my gift
    Left standing outside looking in
    Cut-off from clinking cutlery and dishes
    Gazing upon unfilled goblets
    Barren bowls and unmet wishes

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