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I Remember

By Ivor Steven
June 30, 2025
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I remember being a weeping tree
I am writing words for everyone to see.
I am writing a song for a soul unconsoled
And singing about my return from the cold
I am a log burning up with glee

I am this sinking boat, about to flee.
I am this desert, far as the eye can see.
Why am I so torn? Am I being too bold?
I remember

I am this broken branch, withering slowly.
I am a tired, overburdened donkey
Why am I so worn? Am I getting too old?
Why isn’t there anything left to hold?
I’m her ashes, drifting out to sea
I remember


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Ivor Steven

Ivor Steven was formerly an Industrial Chemist, then a Plumber, and has been writing poetry for 19 years. He has had numerous poems published in anthologies, and on-line magazines. He is an active member of the Geelong Writers Inc.(Australia), and is a team member/barista with the on-line magazine "Go Dog Go Cafe" (America).

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    Andrew's work is always my favorite, I love how he explores different emotions and life ...

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    Thank you so much for your lovely words, and forreading my poem here on CHW, Eugi ...

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    Lovely poem, Ivor. You beautifully expressed morning bliss. 💕

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    Thank you very much for reading my poem here on CHW magazine. It was a fortuitous ...

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    Thank you for reading my poem here at CHW; I appreciate your thoughtful comments, EugiI

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