Season Change

the forgotten

Season's Change

A joyous celebration

dulled by sadness

loved ones lost 

in untimely fashion

01/05/2026

E

Reviews

[Richard🖌]

Gosh, Gene! 🕊

This one touches deep, tugging heartstrings, and filling the day's ambience with winsome memories, and as I gaze upon that profile picture of You & Beauregard, the artwork choice you selected, and listening to the perfect song, your poem's true essence all comes clearly into view.

Then, considering the world's useless, unjust carnage heaped upon the innocent by those who cannot use wisdom and the sword of reason to get along, there is the unimaginable pain those who are victimized are having to endure what we are fortunate enough to escape; so far … except, for our sons and daughters who pay dearly in the fray.

Yes, seasons do change, like life, peace and war, love and hate, health and sickness … so much that, most often, could be avoided by truly caring minds, hearts, and souls … but, 'twould seem world leaders, all too often, know of or resort to no such wonderfully compassionate, peacefully engaging, magnanimously noble strategies.

Bless you, My Good, Longtime Friend, for touching and stirring my heart on this overcast, rainy Texas day! ⁓ Richard🌾

[Einstein Noodle]

i always appreciate your voice, Richard!!! thanks so much for a very generous review ... yes ... certainly most people do not want violence in our lives ... unfortunately the few who do ... also willingly take and do harm to death when given the other cheek .. for me ... if it was only me .. i just might be able to do that ... in our political world doing so can mean a far more greater loss in the homeland .. love your words .. thanks again my friend!
E.

[Richard🖌]

Always, Gene ⁓ your friend, Richard 🌾

[Lorry]

They are never really forgotten though E, are they? I recall saying recently to Chris on one of her recent writes that they only become less visible to others but are always felt by those closest to them.
It is the separation that hurts the most, no matter if you are the "lost" or the bereaved.

[John the Baptist]

Considering the current state of the world, I think many can identify with this one.

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you for stopping by B ... luv on ya!
E.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Man, this one really hits close to home. I was talking with my dear friend just the other day about how many good and wonderful people we have lost. She lost her husband (a kind and sweet man) several years ago to brain cancer. And we have lost many mutual friends and family. I've lost a sister and a brother over the last 11 years, my best friend since my freshman year of high school (I performed a song at his funeral) It was not something I wanted to do but his widow made the request and I could not and would not refuse her. But his entire family was so pleased with what I had to say. I spoke from my heart, unrehearsed, and then played "In Color" by Jamey Johnson. His mom came up and hugged me and said, "We're not supposed to have to bury our babies, thank you so much for being here." Getting teary-eyed just remembering. Love Three Dog Night by the way. I used to do a song by them called Pieces of April on guitar but haven't played it in years. I enjoyed. F.

[Einstein Noodle]

I know that song, Fabian. I am sorry for all your losses ... with surviving we experience more and more as the years go by ... reminds me very much of my own mortality ... thank you for sharing those parts of your life my friend ... and for stopping by. i did not know you were involved with music performance. do you have a band?
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[Fabian G. Franklin]

Ha! No, no band, but I sang with sweveral bands in my youth. My decveased brother who DID have a band in Raleigh told me I should be performing. I had a podcast with a bunch of recordings I made (a few original songs but mostly covers) and I burned a CD that has some poetry and songs on it. Maybe my kids will enjoy it after I'm gone. But I've never entertained any ambitions of fame or fortune. I'm just an old hillbilly poet doing what I do. But bless you for asking! F.

[Chris Shaw]

A most poignant piece Mr E. The last time I saw Amy we were at a birthday celebration in February. She died in tragic circumstances six months later in August, age 30 leaving two young children. Your four beautiful lines remind me just how fleeting life can be.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

i'm so sorry for your loss of Amy, Chris ... yes .. life so fleeting yet so resilient ... who can fathom such mystery ... i have missed being here (hope to increase that time) because of people like you .. peace and grace my friend
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[Ken Simm.]

Such a bleak but beautiful elegy. In so few words as well.

[Einstein Noodle]

Ken!! I was just heading to your place. I have been barren and gone a while. i moved back to the upper midwest and at my age I am still reeling from all the todo things needed. hope to spend a bit more time here at the Cafe`. thanks for stopping and sharing your thoughts
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[Soren]

I am back having reviewed your other work I believe I have read them all and gladly reread this piece hoping that something tragic has not interrupted your poetry. Love your work and look forward to more. Wishing you the best

[Einstein Noodle]

your very kind Soren ... thank you. no, nothing tragic just too old to move but did. i am back in the upper midwest .. closer to my kids and g-kids. it was time; but man ... such a chore. luv on ya brother ... and thank you very much for your support ... right here at the Cafe`
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[Soren]

Look forward to hearing more from you

[Buddhistboy73]

Short, yet powerful.

Life is short, and loss is never easy to take.....

Thanks for sharing this emotive poem ....:)

BB73

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you for taking time and sharing your reflections on it.... much appreciated! nice to meet you ... at least I don't recall meeting before ... here at the Cafe`
E.

[Soren]

Sad and dark at a time that should be light and bright. Short and to the point this poem hits the heart.

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you Soren. I've been off WC a while as I have been busy moving ... to much todo for an old man .... I am glad you found this one something that hit that spot ... yes .. lots of tragedy we forget during celebrations times .. love on ya
E.

[Soren]

You are most welcome and most missed

[Stephany]

Rarely is a timely notice given before a farewell is needed.
We’ll done

[Einstein Noodle]

no ... I agree ... there is no real notice, is there ... even when Drs. say so many days, months or years. There is no anticipation that will quench such a loss. peace and joy, Stephany .. I am so happy to have your review
E.

[Stephany]

My pleasure E