Late In The Evening - A Poem By: Alan Mack

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Late in the evening, when I look up to the heavens.

I see it's vastness and wonder,

What is my part to play, I ponder.

Is there some important meaning for why I am here?

As I look around and see, silhouettes of buildings and fences.

Fireflies flashing their little lights.

The deer grunting in the darkness.

Oh, there goes an owl, flying from tree to tree.

I say to myself, does it really matter?

When I see all of these.

For the stars and planets above,

The fireflies, deer and the owl.

All play their part together.

Without a wonder or care.

What greater part could I have,

For I to, in all this wonder I get to share.

Poetry Written By:

Alan Mack

Poetry Published By:

Eryn Dunbar


Comments

Justice13james said…
Nicely written, nicely reminds me how insignificant alone one is in the big picture but together just as important as the big picture
November 11, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Anonymous said…
Right on J.J. I have had many near death experiences. I ultimately have come to really appreciate more and more the little things like this….as well as how vast things are…..Alan 😊
November 12, 2024 at 11:58 AM
Justice13james said…
Tip my hat for embracing the struggle and coming out on top bruises, scars and all
November 12, 2024 at 2:34 PM
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