The Inkwell

Disappointment

Disappointment

It’s one of those things…

the missing goal

the fourth place in a race

the final runner in a relay race…coming in last

 

Farewell to trophies

goodbye medals

Hello Heartache

 

The endless pain

all loss – no gain

and the taste of victory

soured by defeat

 

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Inkdrop is freelance writer with a passion for exploring the intersections between nature, architecture, and artistic expression. With a background in computing, and writing – his pen name harks back to when he played around with rhymes and a fountain pen. Now joined by a selection of created photos from an acquired DSLR camera He shares insights with scribblers of all backgrounds. Outside of visiting museums and exploring the latest in exhibits , he enjoys walking through the countryside in pursuit of the next rainbow.