The Third Rail
written by: Jan Niebrzydowski
A compilation of visions trespass across my mind
I push them onto the third rail with deft hand
Hoping to annihilate the intruders as quickly
As they appear
The relentless, the bold interlopers
That jiggle my thoughts to quiver and revolt
Memories that raid the peaceful and begin the war
The everlasting war to quiet the whining violin
That scrapes along my eardrum
Producing rigid tears that do not wish to depart
So long now since you’ve floated into the netherworld
Still…I am still…and still…I remain
Knowing I have no answers but to paint your memory
Again and again upon the wall so I can see you…still
Jan Niebrzydowski is a published poet in Creations Magazine, Pomona Valley Review, Voices Projects and others and the author of the historical mystery series featuring sleuth Madeline Donovan. The novels include eleven books following young widow Madeline and her friends adventuring together to solve complicated mysteries.
Latest posts by Jan Niebrzydowski (see all)
- The Third Rail - April 16, 2026
- Lament - January 8, 2026
- Effervescent - August 11, 2025
