I WATCHED ISTANBUL

Today I watched Istanbul differently

It no longer has its old atmosphere

Nowhere warms me

Only cold walls smelling of history

The bridge that cuts across the Golden Horn

Today I watched Istanbul differently

Why is it only the lights that illuminate this place?

Why are these people sleeping?

Why aren't they watching Istanbul

To their heart's content?

Today I watched Istanbul differently

There's no trace, no sign of life left

Why are people constantly rushing around?

Where are they going?

Beauty stands immortal all around them

Don't they see?

Today I watched Istanbul differently

Tulips and hyacinths have bloomed

Alone, unseen by anyone

That's why they immediately withdraw into themselves

Frightened by this great noise

Today I watched Istanbul differently

So that I may know what I missed before I leave

Reviews

[emmajoygreen]

Such a sad but familiar scene. Your homeland and others can change because they can become too familiar. People stop looking at what is precious; don't see it as an extra garment that should warm and comfort a person, not become part of life's hustle and bustle without emotion or reason. Many thanks for sharing what can and should inspire.

'Tulips and hyacinths have bloomed
Alone, unseen by anyone
That's why they immediately withdraw into themselves
Frightened by this great noise
Today I watched Istanbul differently
So that I may know what I missed before I leave'