The Showdown Poem by John Duffy

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The Showdown

The Showdown

(A lone voice whispers)

I once knew Love
But like a bullet fired from
Wyatt Earp's Colt 45

It struck me down in the only showdown of my life

Now I walk around like a reborn sick Doc Holliday

Wondering
How alone

I'll finish my play and stay alive

(C) Copyright John Duffy

Sunday, April 6, 2025
Topic(s) of this poem: bittersweet love
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