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Will they remember me

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It's strange to think of where the ripple will stop when i die
i don't think its a big pond
but i ponder what my old school friends would say
"what a shame"
and go about their day
would i pop into their mind a decade away?
would any of them have any regrets and wanted me to stay?
I won't know so i don't know why i fill my head with such questions
maybe sit by my graveside and tell me the answers
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Comments

Rolph David

Tue 7th Jan 2025 19:10

Hi Luna,

Your poem is deeply moving, capturing the universal human longing to understand our impact and how we are remembered. The reflective tone and the poignant questions about memory and regret are beautifully expressed. However, I must say, your consistent use of the lowercase "i" stands out in a way that detracts from the otherwise strong emotional resonance of the piece. But I love your masterpiece!

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Hélène

Sat 4th Jan 2025 20:12

Imagery of an individual's life as a ripple in a pond, beautiful.

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Marla Joy

Sat 4th Jan 2025 19:14

Luna, I think we all wonder about these things. Well expressed.

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Tom

Sat 4th Jan 2025 14:15

A universal thought that everyone has considered at one point or another. 👌

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