Melancholy's Tea

Melancholy
steeps its
tea in tears.
My mind
wishes to sip
from its cup,
but my spirit
urges, rejoice.
  

©Susie Clevenger 2013

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Comments

revelations said…
one can only let the tea steep so long..rejoice... great piece I enjoyed it...
October 7, 2013 at 11:00 AM
Laura said…
I think I'm sitting with the same brew today Susie.
October 7, 2013 at 11:36 AM
Marian said…
don't let the melancholy take over as you nurse your wounds, Susie. xoxo and pretty poem.
October 7, 2013 at 11:57 AM
Anonymous said…
elegant and hopeful, Susie
October 7, 2013 at 12:36 PM
Kerry O'Connor said…
Far better to follow your joy. I hope you feel better soon.
October 7, 2013 at 1:33 PM
Unknown said…
I tell you what, I'm always impressed how you carry on with the whole...is analogy the word I'm looking for? (bad writer, not knowing my literary terms) Anyway, you do it so well and beautifully! Seeped in tears, but trying to rejoice. Such hope, Love it!
October 7, 2013 at 6:51 PM
Anonymous said…
They say 'mind over matter' but I recommend 'matter over mind' this time. Hope you find something to rejoice in while you tend your foot (?) : )
October 7, 2013 at 7:53 PM
humbird said…
Follow your soul, Susie... :)x
October 7, 2013 at 9:30 PM
Vandana Sharma said…
The tussle between heart and soul
October 7, 2013 at 11:30 PM
Karen said…
Sometimes we have to tell our minds to hush so we can listen to the sound of happiness within.
October 8, 2013 at 5:00 AM
Anonymous said…
So touching. Definitely better to rejoice.
October 8, 2013 at 2:31 PM
Jim said…
Susie, this sounds like our political impasse veiled in poetry. I am voting for your spirit next election.
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October 8, 2013 at 9:26 PM
Sharp Little Pencil said…
The idea of melancholy steeping is powerful. Like the teabag, it becomes more potent the longer it's in the water, right? Your ending is wonderfully optimistic. Nicely done, Susie! Amy
October 8, 2013 at 11:17 PM
Margaret said…
This is very endearing - struggling through sadness.

Hey, coffee is MUCH more of a "push" off the couch :)
October 10, 2013 at 2:21 PM
Margaret said…
...but I don't mean to make light of grief. We all need to take time for that...
October 10, 2013 at 2:23 PM
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