"Paths Beyond the Glass" – Poem about Longing & Departure

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• Title: "Paths Beyond the Glass" – Poem about Longing & Departure
• Type: Poems
• Category: { Travel Poems }
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The short poem “Paths Beyond the Glass” captures the quiet longing that arises from stillness. In eight gentle lines, this free poem traces a moment of silent observation and imagined movement beyond the window. It speaks of a journey not taken, yet deeply felt. Longing, distance and directionless desire merge into a contemplative mood. You can enjoy this short poem as text or image, also ideal for sharing on social media. A soft meditation on the beginnings of travel in thought.

Her hands rest softly on the pane,
her gaze is lost, both pale and plain.
A train moves slowly through the land,
as if it held a dream in hand.

Her thoughts drift out to skies afar,
and bring back longing where they are.
A silent pull begins to rise,
with no set end – yet wide it flies.

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