Poetry – MyGenXerLife

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Borrowed Words: Nightswimming by REM

I’m giving this another try. Borrowing words from REM’s Nightswimming. _ A photograph reveals the moon Caught reckless, pining for the sun Forever drawn, a quiet breath Swims every light A reminder, a quiet night _ Nightswimming – REM Nightswimming deserves a quiet night The photograph on the dashboard taken years ago,turned around backwards so … Continue reading Borrowed Words: Nightswimming by REM

September 18, 2024

Borrowed Words: South Central Rain by REM

One of my favorite REM songs is South Central Rain. It was one of the first REM songs I’d ever heard. It tapped into an angst that I had no idea ever existed. I loved the lines: Did you never call? I waited for your callThese rivers of suggestion are driving me away The line … Continue reading Borrowed Words: South Central Rain by REM