forgive me if my recollection
has faded into fumbled memories
dissolving of innocence is disarming
I’m jaded still processing disillusionment
in a world that never fails to disappoint

forgive me if my recollection
has faded into fumbled memories
made more sweet
by rosy retrospection
subtle details glossed over
until uncovered in closer inspection

forgive me if my recollection
has faded into fumbled memories
I adore reflecting on
in my retrospection
I indulge in stories I romanticized
a retelling

forgive me if my recollection
has faded into fumbled memories
I deflect from my cynicism
internal commotion

forgive me if my recollection
has faded into fumbled memories
I’m not that young anymore
I remember what seemed like
a different world

Eulogy

Forgive me, you will published and read, my assessment became more sweet, when I considered my own opinion. Your lines are poignant, personal and meaningful.

Author

  • Keely O’Brien is a poet and artist. She aims to create strong visuals with words, and express those in her visual art. Emotionally expressive writing is important to her. Her work has been published in Pinetonezine, she is the cover artist for Issue 4, The Work of Art and more!

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