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Autumn Wish

September 22, 2012
By Pargaran SILVER, New Glasgow, Other
Pargaran SILVER, New Glasgow, Other
6 articles 3 photos 123 comments

Favorite Quote:
"Be who you are, and say what you feel. Because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind."
-Dr. Seuss


Flight.
All humanity craves it.
To step off the edge of a cliff, and not fall. To have wings to carry you far, far away from all reality...

I watch a bird land on a tree branch as I gaze out my window.
I stare longingly as he opens his wings, and in an instant, he's up and away.
Letting out a long sigh, and lay my pencil down. It's funny how even a pencil can seem heavy...
Pushing away from my desk, I slowly step toward the door.
'What's this longing?' I wonder, staring down at my feet as I walk.
'And why does it seem to consume me?'
I walk down a long hallway to the balcony.
Looking up at the pale white curtains, I sigh again.
Finally, I pull them away, and slide open the door.
When I step out, a chill runs up my spine. The cool autumn air is crisp, and it surprises my senses.
I look around at the now golden coloured trees, and take a deep breath.
Cautiously, I walk toward the edge, making sure not to step in any translucent puddles. When I unknowingly do step in one, I gasp; much louder than I would have liked.
Fearfully, I look back toward the door, making sure that it didn't stir those inside.
It's early morning, and the dawn is just beginning.
I've been awake most of the night, tossing and turning, praying for an answer.
Why do I so strongly desire to escape from this ground, this gravity?

To have wings to carry you far, far away from all reality.
To step off the edge of a cliff, and not fall.
All humanity craves it.
Flight...



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on Oct. 31 2013 at 10:05 pm
Pargaran SILVER, New Glasgow, Other
6 articles 3 photos 123 comments

Favorite Quote:
"Be who you are, and say what you feel. Because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind."
-Dr. Seuss

Thank you!! And right back at ya. (:

on Oct. 28 2013 at 12:17 am
Shards_of_my_soul GOLD, BHUBANESWAR, Other
17 articles 15 photos 68 comments

Favorite Quote:
if you can't handle me at my worst,
then you certainly don't deserve at my best!

it is the events that shape our lives,
but it is the choices we make that define us...

life is not about finding yourself,
life is about creating yourself

excellent imagery......simply loved it.....keep up the good work !!! ^_^

on Mar. 26 2013 at 11:14 am
Pargaran SILVER, New Glasgow, Other
6 articles 3 photos 123 comments

Favorite Quote:
"Be who you are, and say what you feel. Because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind."
-Dr. Seuss

Oh my goodness, thank you so much for your comment! That was so encouraging to read. :) I'll certainly check out some of your stuff.

so_joy SILVER said...
on Feb. 20 2013 at 9:33 am
so_joy SILVER, Navesink, New Jersey
8 articles 0 photos 722 comments

Favorite Quote:
"Be the change you want to see."

That was absolutely magnificent! The personification and metaphors brought this story to life, and I honestly felt as if I was standing right next to you. The idea of flight is magical, and at the same time, unthinkable because it is impossible. You expressed your desire clearly and in a beautiful way. Oustanding job. Possibly one of my favorites on TeenInk. Please read, rate, and comment on my poems! It would mean a lot :) Thanks!

on Sep. 28 2012 at 12:36 pm
Pargaran SILVER, New Glasgow, Other
6 articles 3 photos 123 comments

Favorite Quote:
"Be who you are, and say what you feel. Because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind."
-Dr. Seuss

Thanks! haha, awesome. I've always wanted to fly...I'm so glad I was able to share this with a bunch of people on TeenInk. :)

elites5 SILVER said...
on Sep. 27 2012 at 12:35 am
elites5 SILVER, Langley, Other
9 articles 0 photos 23 comments
That was so good! It was moving and made me think of when I was younger and wanted to fly. :)

on Sep. 26 2012 at 8:54 pm
Pargaran SILVER, New Glasgow, Other
6 articles 3 photos 123 comments

Favorite Quote:
"Be who you are, and say what you feel. Because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind."
-Dr. Seuss

Thank you so so much! :)
I'm glad you liked it.

on Sep. 26 2012 at 8:51 pm
DomoandUnicorns BRONZE, Lincoln, California
1 article 0 photos 3 comments
Woah.... you're a really good poet. That was really well written