The Day After Yesterday
In memory's quiet echoes
Yesterday, the sun shone brightly from a clear sky
Today, it's gray and damp and cool
Yesterday, I walked with friends along the road
Today, I sit alone and back
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Yesterday, I raised my voice in song
Today, it’s sobbing, hiccuping sorrow
Yesterday, I heard my friends’ voices
Today, I’m the only noise
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Yesterday, I got hugs and embraces
Today, my hand rests on my shoulder alone
Yesterday, we ate and drank in your memory
Today, I feel memories, not hunger
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Yesterday, the guests left my house
Today, it’s empty and heavy here
Yesterday, I went to rest alone
Today, it will be the same
Tomorrow will be yet another day.
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About the Creator
Henrik Hageland
A poet, a writer of feelings and hope. A Dane and inhibitant of the Earth thinking about what is to come.
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Comments (3)
So much beauty and so much sadness x Thinking of you today - the after is always so silent x 💜
Your poem reflects your sorrow and deep feelings. Stay strong my friend.
That was poignant and beautiful. I am here for you, friend. 🤗🤗