Poetry & Art

What Remains

by Diane Olsen • February 10, 2020

What remains to be seen
Is what the here and now cannot
Like the way it makes me feel
The moment you walk in a room.

Or of the smile
That adorns my lips
When I hear you say hello
And return the smile my way

Time will unfold the story of us
The story I think we knew from the start
What stirred inside of us both
But went unspoken

I was always aware
Of the care you sought, even still
And what you had to offer
Which is forever priceless to me

Like a young boy
You have no idea
Of what your simple touch
Does to my soul.

As I gaze at you today
So unaware
Of what life will bring
As am I

I take comfort
In this feeling
In the fullness of my soul and my everlasting smile
And the oneness that only time will tell.

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by Diane Olsen

Diana Joya is a writer, poet, children’s book author, speaker and travel writer. She was born in Connecticut and began her career in the insurance industry, which enabled her to go to college part time and receive her bachelor’s degree in Health Administration. Diana’s desire to explore the world, educate others, and dream big, persevered. Her first trip abroad was when she was just 19, and opened up her curiosity for the world. As travel continued, so did Diana’s desire to share her love and experiences with others. A passion for writing in various genres grew as well, as a result.
Diana currently resides in Connecticut. In her leisure time she enjoys healthy living through fitness and healthy eating, traveling, writing, and spending time outdoors.