Soon It Will Be Dark

Nov 1, 2013

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i walked this path
when love was young
and buds about to spring —
colors bright, breezes soft
no want for anything.

there was a time
for boundless hope
and dreams of evermore.
now i wander aimlessly
my joints are getting sore.

where went this youth
these dreams and songs
that winged on words of love?
left with geese flocking south
chorus sounds above.

now the trail is sodden
with limp and trodden leaves;
gone the color and the spark.
trees and i are getting old
soon it will be dark.

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71 responses to “Soon It Will Be Dark”

Audrey Dawn – Oldest Daughter Redheaded Sister

February 11, 2014

Dennis, do you know what I see when I look at those trees? I see a tree being dipped down by another and slowly kissed into eternity.

A beautiful poem.
~Audrey

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  February 12, 2014
  
  Hi Audrey, I agree the trees do appear to be kissing. I see that a lot in nature, less so in humans. Thanks for your kind words. ~ Dennis
  
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From Newbie to Bittervet | Pilgrim in Exile

January 10, 2014

[…] “Soon It Will Be Dark” by Dennis Cardiff. Dennis is a poet, artist, bodybuilder, and homeless advocate. You can read more of his work at https://dcardiff.wordpress.com/ […]

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  January 12, 2014
  
  Thanks for reblogging my poem. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
  
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Pilgrim in Exile

January 6, 2014

Hi Dennis, I would like to re-post this as one of my Friday poems. Is this attribution ok with you?
‘”Soon It Will Be Dark” by Dennis Cardiff. Dennis is a poet, artist, bodybuilder, and homeless advocate. You can read more of his work at https://dcardiff.wordpress.com/
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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  January 7, 2014
  
  I would be honored if you were to repost my poem. Thank you very much. ~ Dennis
  
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ebonywomanofgrace

January 3, 2014

Reblogged this on But For Grace and commented:
“The grass withers, the flower fades . . . . .”Isaiah 40:8

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  January 4, 2014
  
  Thanks, Grace, for reblogging my post. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. ebonywomanofgrace
    
    January 4, 2014
    
    You are very welcome, Dennis. Your work and humility are very much noteworthy and appreciated. ~ Ebony G.
    
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Himanshu Keshav

December 14, 2013

did you write my story? :)
well, dennis, poems are universal. and, feelings too occur simultaneously to different individuals.
best

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  December 19, 2013
  
  Hi Himanshu, I’m glad that this poem struck a chord with you. ~ Dennis
  
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Tonia

December 7, 2013

very pretty and sweetly sentimental…and yet sad.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  December 8, 2013
  
  Hi Tonia, a bit of disillusionment creeping in here. ~ Dennis
  
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forestmtnhike

November 22, 2013

Oh I really liked this one. Beautiful!

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 23, 2013
  
  Thanks for your support and encouragement. I enjoy your posts. “Rain, Errands, Reading and A Run” brought back pleasant memories of running in the rain, unfortunately an artificial hip has ended that. I love walking, but it’s just not the same as the freedom one feels while running. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. forestmtnhike
    
    November 23, 2013
    
    Dennis, you are most welcome. And I understand completely how health problems may change certain aspects of one’s life. I can’t run much anymore as I’ve developed runners knee, recently actually. So I too have to take it easy. I’m thankful we still have the ability to get outdoors, go for walks, and enjoy nature. I’m enjoying your writings, you inspire me! ~Rose
    
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MRamirezRicci

November 16, 2013

:'( I like your poem…. I think darkness comes at any time in life…. the worst that could happen is to be alive and living in darkness so to speak, to be live and dead at the same time… with no enjoyment, no dreams, no desires, no goal, no love, no peace…
everyday, I thank Jesus I can now celebrate that He has given us all the right and the path to walk… and when dark comes we can be sure that Jesus is there waiting for us and though it was dark for a second the rest of the journey won’t be eternally dark.
I enjoyed this poem, It was like seeing a picture..

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 16, 2013
  
  Thanks for your kind words of comfort. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. MRamirezRicci
    
    November 17, 2013
    
    thank you for sharing!!
    
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asmaghali

November 15, 2013

I like your style of writing. It is full of meanings and let one wonder..
keep writing, :)

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 15, 2013
  
  Thanks for your comment, I am honored and humbled. I also enjoy your photographs and writing, especially “THOUGHTS ON “WHO SAYS THAT THE ”U.S” CAN BE RANKED THE FIRST WHEN IT COMES TO MULTICULTRALISM AND TOLERANCE?!” I hope that in our lifetimes we will see true universal equality. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. asmaghali
    
    December 6, 2013
    
    You are very welcome. I hope the same thing too.
    I do believe though, that I should pay more attention to my typing and grammar mistakes.
    
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Gede Prama

November 11, 2013

Thank you so much for sharing with us.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 11, 2013
  
  I am honored that you visited my blog. Namaste, Dennis
  
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gabbartrip

November 10, 2013

that is beautifully written! To me, it captures age and life so very well along with one’s thoughts and outlook. Again, beautiful – already one of my favourites! Regards.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 10, 2013
  
  Thank you so much. I try to keep more upbeat, but sometimes the weight of a lifetime gets me down. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. gabbartrip
    
    November 11, 2013
    
    :-( here’s to the returning spring! :-)
    
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barbarafranken

November 8, 2013

A beautiful moving poem…. but I feel sadness under the words… I’ve just noticed the comment above and someone wrote the same… Being caught in our human limitedness can cause this… but we know now that we are so much wiser… that once we connect with our soul and spiritual essence… we can feel our unique loving self within it ALL and know that everything is just perfect as it is… take care, Barbara

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 11, 2013
  
  Hi Barbara, I understand that on one level, but sometimes my ego and self doubt creeps in to sabotage my hard earned mindfulness. I agree, everything is just perfect as it is. Thanks for your comment, It is very helpful. ~ Dennis
  
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Kaudresi

November 5, 2013

I could feel the sadness underneath.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 7, 2013
  
  I was felling sad this day, but circumstances changed and I found reason for happiness. Thanks for your empathy. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. Kaudresi
    
    November 12, 2013
    
    I am glad you found happiness again.
    
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stormy1812

November 4, 2013

Wonderful contrast! I’m sooo not a poet, but I love to read it.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 4, 2013
  
  Thanks, Stormy, now it’s my turn to be flattered. ~ Dennis
  
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arunagee

November 4, 2013

I enjoy your poetry. Your words seem to echo and shift. Thank you for giving my blog a little love and attention. Looking forward to reading more of your work! :)

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 4, 2013
  
  Hi Aruna, thanks for your kind words. I enjoy reading your blog, especially your post “Suddenly I Was in Their Shoes”. That’s the way I often feel when I sit with homeless people. Like you, I forgive them. Their opinions are their own and have nothing to do with me. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. arunagee
    
    November 4, 2013
    
    Aww, thank you Dennis. I completely agree.
    
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Soon It Will Be Dark | Poems And Short Stories

November 4, 2013

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 4, 2013
  
  Thanks for reblogging my post. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
  
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geanieroake

November 3, 2013

Solomn and beautiful, like a walk inthe woods.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 4, 2013
  
  Hi Geanie, thanks for your kind words. A walk in the woods is my favorite pastime. I love your blog, especially your post,”On Writing: The Pros and Cons of Writing in Your Head”. ~ Dennis
  
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danesegrandfield

November 2, 2013

Dennis, your poems are beautiful and honest.. Looking forward to following you here also.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 2, 2013
  
  Hi Danese, thanks for your kind words. I enjoyed your writing, poetry and our hike with Adrian. ~ Dennis
  
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missbenzedrine

November 2, 2013

With age comes wisdom and, with you, the uncanny ability to make poetic masterpieces. :)

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 2, 2013
  
  You are too kind. I love your poem “come stay with me” it’s brilliant. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. missbenzedrine
    
    November 2, 2013
    
    No; I’m serious. Your poem was amazing. And thank you so much, by the way, for stopping by! I’m glad you liked it.:)
    
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loujenhaxmyor

November 2, 2013

One of the many ways of saying how time flies. Some of this verse brings to mind the end of a Lewis Carroll poem– “… and I am left alone with night.” That’s when my age shows. Have a good one, Dennis.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 2, 2013
  
  Hi Loujen, getting old isn’t normally something I think about. I am very active, but sometimes thoughts come to mind like “…and I am left alone with night.” I wasn’t aware of that quote. I’ll look it up. Perhaps, he has more to tell me. ~ Dennis
  
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Douglas Patten

November 1, 2013

Absolutely lovely. I love the imagery, meter and rhyming. Such a beautiful piece.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 2, 2013
  
  Thanks so much, Douglas. I loved your poem “November Nights”. ~ Dennis
  
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bookclassifications

November 1, 2013

Thanks for following us at bookclassifications.com Dennis.
We hope you enjoy what we have to offer.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 2, 2013
  
  I enjoy the diversity of the books you feature. The reviews and recommendations are very helpful. Dennis
  
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Skye @ TheSanctuaryofMyHeart

November 1, 2013

When I see you have written a poem, I am always thrilled and never disappointed. Well done!!!

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 2, 2013
  
  Skye, as always, thanks for your kind words. I am always thrilled to see that you have stopped by to read my words and have cared enough to comment. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. Skye @ TheSanctuaryofMyHeart
    
    November 2, 2013
    
    :) xx
    
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Relax

November 1, 2013

Older hippies are the best kind, ‘specially if they write. :-)

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  That would include me. I feel old when I remember seeing Bill Haley and the Comets live. ~ Dennis
  
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Sue Dreamwalker

November 1, 2013

arrrgh yes, ” Where went this youth”? indeed… Lovely poem with my favourite silent standing ones in the image :-)

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  Thanks Sue, trees talk to me and I answer back. We have wonderful conversations in my favorite places. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. Sue Dreamwalker
    
    November 1, 2013
    
    me too my friend :-)
    
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bkmillerfield

November 1, 2013

Nice Dennis, Nice use of allegory to link trees with lost youth.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  I have seen some trees as saplings, now they tower over my head. When I’m sitting in the forest I can almost see them grow. I love your photographs, some of them very haunting, certainly worth coming back to. ~ Dennis
  
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bluesage63

November 1, 2013

Beautiful imagery Dennis, ♥
teri

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  Thank you so much for your kind words. Your poem “My Plea” is very powerful. My heart goes out to you.
  
  Blessings,
  Dennis
  
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btg5885

November 1, 2013

Dennis, I like this, especially “the geese flocking south” refrain. it has multiple meanings to me. Thanks, BTG

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  For me, geese flocking south begs the question, ‘What do they know that I don’t?” or “Why do I stay in this cold climate?” Sorry to hear about your car. I empathize with your post, “Why would someone hit my car in a parking lot and not leave a note?” It seems that is becoming the nature of our society. ~ Dennis
  
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  1. btg5885
    
    November 1, 2013
    
    Thanks Dennis.
    
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direnzom

November 1, 2013

You surely write using superb and imaginative words, but what I like the most of your poems is the Shape you give to them. Sinusoidal tranquillity.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  I like the shape too, although it’s purely accidental. Thanks for your kind words. Your poem “EYES” is very powerful. ~ Dennis
  
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bethbyrnes

November 1, 2013

This is really mood-invoking. Superb.

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1. Dennis Cardiff
  
  November 1, 2013
  
  Thanks, Beth, for your encouragement and support. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
  
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