Ten Years - By Eric Shijo

Written By: Eric Shijo

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the realm of poetry, Eric Shijo presents "Ten Years," a reflective piece that probes the uncertainties of the future. This entry, part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, invites readers to ponder where life might lead over the next decade. Through this work, Shijo captures the essence of time's passage and its impact on personal and familial relationships, highlighting universal themes that resonate deeply with audiences.

About the Work

"Ten Years" by Eric Shijo explores the passage of time and its inevitable effects on our lives and relationships. The poem's reflective tone invites readers to imagine the future, considering changes in personal circumstances and familial bonds. Shijo employs vivid imagery and poignant questions, creating a tapestry of hopes, uncertainties, and the enduring nature of memories. The work's contemplative nature encourages introspection and emotional connection with its evocative language.

Ten Years

Original Submission by Eric Shijo

Ten Years

Where will be in 10 years time?

Hold onto the bus straps, look into screens

The smell of fresh fish a local caught

Sitting in the the bus for an hour or so

Where will be in 10 years time

Will we have a car? The color of bright cherry tree?

Perfume mixed in with the sweet alcohol

The backseats lone,

we had grown far from that since then

Where will be in 10 years time?

Will we write books of our children young?

Grab their crayons and make a painting

Of our children, our families that saw us then

Where will we be in 10 years timem?

Will our faces wrinkle?

Etched lines forced onto us

Break apart from our kids

Their crayons are still here my dear

They will have left us far

Where will we be in 10 years time?

Will I draw your laughs onto a canvas?

My wrinkles as old as our son

Will we draw on the white filled floor

Make a mess! draw faces we may have forgotten

Draw families we once saw.

And die just as so

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a platform for writers worldwide to showcase their talents. Celebrating diverse voices and creative expressions, this competition encourages participants to share their unique perspectives through poetry and creative writing. It serves as a nurturing ground for both emerging and established writers, fostering a global community of literary enthusiasts.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Eric Shijo for his thoughtful contribution, "Ten Years," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. His work invites us to reflect on the passage of time and its impact on our lives. We appreciate his participation and the depth of insight his poem brings to this year's competition.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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