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MOONCHILD
Hello, round-faced girl with the prickly hair.
You are my greatest joy.
When I think of you, a thousand perfectly shaped moons come to mind.
I am recalling your smile;
Lighting up my life, just like the moon illuminates a dark and somber sky.
You’re a very old soul. Your wisdom far exceeds your years.
Tell me, have you been here before?
We are extended selves sharing in joy, feeling each other’s pain.
You are my heart’s delight.
You are one perfectly shaped moon illuminating my life.
REMEMBERING CAMELOT
Do you remember Camelot?
Arise, big brother. Let us rebuild our
majestic, magical city.
Let us revisit the innocence of childhood folly.
I’ve brought all the things we’ll need for our journey.
Look, I am Lady Guinevere standing by your side.
Behold, thou art king of all earthly kings,
mighty King Arthur.
Do you remember Camelot?
Arise, big brother. Take my hand. I can see the mote
surrounding the castle.
Can you see the beginnings of our City?
Let us play as we did when we were once children.
Let us make folly. Big brother, arise. Let us revisit Camelot.
WARRING MEMEBERS
My arms
long to embrace
you
My hands
wish to be held
by yours
My eyes
want to behold you
forever,
today, tomorrow; for always,
my love.
My lips
long to kiss
you
My ears
wish to hear
you speak
because of you, my
heart and mind
remain in mortal war
today, tomorrow, for always,
my love.
REFIND JEWELS
Life Lessons from Dad (Dad’s Poem II)
We spend so much of our lives
running away from
fighting with and against
who and what we are.
Afraid of just being.
Frightened of what is true.
Truth and acceptance are life’s
greatest gifts.
Usually only garnered through
the furnace of our affliction.
These refined jewels of life can
only be fully appreciated
with age.
Within the finite passage
of time acceptance is learned.
In all of life’s combat
we find ourselves.
Once all the hurtful words are exchanged,
and all our unhealed pain acknowledged,
we stand-firmly,
rooted in our truth.
Choosing whether to be broken or not.
THE THINGS I DON'T REMEMBER
Since your departure, all thoughts of you
have faded from my memory.
I don’t remember your squared,
dimpled chin, nor
do I recall your flawless state of dress.
I don’t remember the way your soft, curly hair felt
resting on my fingertips. I don’t remember gentle, silky kisses on my right shoulder
as you greeted me with good morning.
I don’t remember the lingering smell of your
bath soap or aftershave.
I don’t remember the eight tiny crinkles that
formed in the corners of your eyes when you
smiled, nor do I recall the four hairs of your
mustache which refused to keep
perfect order.
I don’t remember the way you whispered
“goodnight Sweetheart” in my ear before you drifted off to sleep.
Since your departure…No, I can’t say that I remember anything about you at all.
Poem MOONCHILD is a tender ode to a beloved individual, likened to a perfectly shaped moon illuminating the speaker's life. The imagery evokes warmth and admiration, portraying the subject as an old soul with wisdom beyond their years. Poem REMEMBERING CAMELOT invites readers on a nostalgic journey to the mythical realm of Camelot, where innocence and magic abound. Through vivid imagery and poignant dialogue, the poem captures the essence of childhood whimsy and sibling bonds. Poem WARRING MEMBERS delves into the internal conflict of love, expressing a longing for connection amidst a tumultuous emotional landscape. The repetition of “today, tomorrow, for always, my love” emphasizes the enduring nature of affection despite inner turmoil. Poem REFIND JEWELS reflects on the lessons learned through life's struggles and the value of acceptance. Through evocative language, the poem emphasizes the transformative power of truth and self-awareness gained over time. Poem THE THINGS I DON'T REMEMBER explores the pain of loss and fading memories, poignantly depicting the gradual disappearance of cherished moments with a loved one. The repetition of “I don't remember” underscores the speaker's grief and the void left by their absence. Overall, these poems offer a rich tapestry of emotions and experiences, inviting readers to contemplate themes of love, nostalgia, acceptance, and loss.