A spark of an idea that barely ignites
yet I sense it
A genius idea that's tip of the tongue
reach out for it, almost grasping
The idea is faint, only its shadow I sense
but just as a shadow it stays close
yet just out of reach
I don't know what it is but I know I will like it
As soon as I catch it, I will show the world and others will too
And then the idea falls right in front of me
vivid in color and clear as crystal
I feel a surge of inspiration as the idea dances around me
beckoning me forward, getting close enough to touch
I reach out to touch it but don't bother to grab it
With an idea so vivid and clear to the mind
I will remember this idea
How could I forget?
The idea begins to fade
becoming dimmer and dimmer
until it disappears for good
I wait in patience
in vanity for its return
I search across the highest mountain
the most rugged terrain
hoping to catch that one idea among a sea of others
but the idea is never found
And then another idea just as vivid
just as genius and inspiring
falls right at my feet
I scoop it up, grasp it tight
And I'll never let this one go
About the Creator
Jasmine Aguilar
Fascinated by pop culture and its effect on society... movies, music, books.. and pretty much anything.
I love writing and write a little bit of everything including a science fiction WIP!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/J.A.Rose
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Oh My Lord, so relatable. I have issues with my short term memory. Sometimes, I'll go to write down an idea I love but want to preface it for context, the way it popped in my head. But then by the time I write that foundation for the idea-- I've forgotten the idea! Oh, and I can't begin to tell you how many great ideas I've had while taking a long hot bath, only to have that idea flush down the drain like the bathwater when I get out. Great poem, Jasmine! ⚡💙 Bill ⚡
I’ve learned the hard way that whenever a good idea pops into your head, always jot it down — even if you’re sure you’ll remember it later (especially then!). The feeling of knowing you had an idea but not being able to remember what it was is the worst! I loved your poem!
Beautiful and profound!