Broken bridges
Bridges break for all reasons and seasons.
Maybe, the supports are weaker,
Maybe, the load was just too oppressive.
Maybe, deliberately sabotaged
It doesn’t matter why the bridge broke.
It’s broken.
Some bridges are unrepairable,
Too much fear they will not hold.
Look at the bridge again
Maybe appears distant and silent, but it’s still there
Waiting for you, not to judge it for purpose.
Bridges can be rebuilt stronger, differently
That bridge has carried peoples dreams and hopes.
Standing many more years than you
Enjoy the challenge or stand back.
Just enjoy it’s presence.
Debbie Dalton March 2023
I really like this one Debbie.
I have a fascination with bridges, so this has great appeal on may levels.
Hi Debbie, Food for thought as usual. A friendship bridge was broken with me and my last words to him was 'some bridges cant be mended'.
What an interesting poem. Made me think about real bridges, bridges between people, even nations. Thank you