Published January 15th, 2025
Poetry Contest #21 – Second Place
by Petra F. Bagnardi
The scene I imagine tastes like the truth–
I can smell the textures,
I recognize the scents,
I can graze the familiarity of our words.
I predict your reaction to the tales I will unravel–
you will laugh,
you will get upset–
we will embrace.
Then you'll find your courage,
and unfurl stories for my soul.
I know by heart the rhythm of our musings.
Imagination requires the entirety of one's being–
it is gut-wrenching.
I envision us breathing ideas in unison,
ever exchanging thoughts.
These are my very own memories–
their shadows play on a white screen,
as I seat alone in soft velvet.
Soon I will have to leave the movie theatre–
and perhaps later you will occupy the same place,
and the light will show you the imprint of our remembrance.
About the Poet
Petra F. Bagnardi resides in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Read the poet's biography on Petra F. Bagnardi's Artist Page.
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