Dear Poet

life gets too serious sometimes,we need to think about that

 

Do not cry dear poet
leave weeping for the willow
I've read the tears you have cried
each lonely night 'pon your weary pillow
 
Do not be sad of heart dear poet
hear a tropical island's murmuring breeze
Indigo waters rushing ashore
with love written in sands of eternity
 
Do not wait too long dear poet
for time swiftly bids you adeiu
seek once again those azure skies of bliss
and not to ponder why? but why not?
if only once more to feel love's last kiss
 
Do not fear 'morrow's sun dear poet
should it favor its shine upon thee.
Perhaps,to change your negative view
yes,'tis time to shed such harden skin
and let destiny wield a brand new you.
 
 
 

Reviews

[Devons]

This is tenderly-written, and nicely executed, delivered like a silent prayer of sympathy for the 'suffering artist'.. Reading between the lines, as it were, there is an interesting conflict concerning the relationship between 'living' and 'writing'. The message suggests that to experience life fully is the salvation of the writer's torments, but the balance between the idea and the reality is what makes the writer, I think. I have often debated this in my mind, and have gone through long periods of just 'living' and then long periods of being cosseted in the imagination. I'm not convinced that a good balance can be found, and anyone who does find it is a very lucky individual indeed.. The philosophy of the poem is not lost on me though, and its point is a significant one. I am merely scratching the surface with the psychology inspired by this poem, but I could on far too long..
Good work.

[Pete]

goodness fran! such depth.

floored me -
Indigo waters rushing ashore
with love written in sands of eternity


speaks directly to the heart. bravo ... :)

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Pete
I s o appreciate
your kind review
glad you enjoyed;

[barleygirl]

One thing that gets stuck in my craw at the cafe is when some older more experienced poets write scathing poetry to criticize the younger ones who can sometimes sound as if all is woe in their worlds. I even saw, just yesterday, some pompous a*s defining himself in his byline as someone who will blast anyone who's guilty of whining in a poem. That's why your tenderness is so exquisite, I almost swooned while reading this. Those who are down need uplifting & comfort, not criticism. If a bright path is not what they see, it's helpful to show them a bright path & help get them started down it. This is the height of compassion, which our old world could use a bunch more of! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Margie
I absolutely agree
we should guide these
younger poets with
an understanding
and show them the
direction they so need
I appreciate your kind
reviews as always;

[Poetic Beauty]

Many times us poets tend to write mournfully and ponder things too long. I love the eloquent writing of this poem and the sentiment that continues through this whole piece

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Kristina;
im so glad you
enjoyed this oldie
can't believe how
quickly time flies;
I appreciate your
kind words;

[Poetic Beauty]

I love reading new and old

[Winslow Des Totes]

Wow. For the first time in a long time I have found a new favorite piece. Excellent word choice but casually written and the flow is absolutely divine as though the words themselves chose their place in this piece. :) beautiful work!

[FaeryQueen]

wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Fran Marie]

Thanks, Khatoon, so very much appriciated,

[Rita L. Sev]

A beautifully written and richly worded reminder to seek the sun behind the clouds...

[Fran Marie]

thanks, Rita, so very much

[jacob erin-cilberto]

wow, on this one.

the understanding voice....we cry with our words, but yes, there are azure skies out there, and we can still find them...we cannot fear tomorrow because of yesterday.

nicely written piece, Fran Marie.

[Fran Marie]

Thanks very much, Jacob, I so appreciate...

[Michael G. Smith]

I like this message as I can relate to finding new things about myself through poetry.

[Fran Marie]

Thanks for reading ,Michael;

[maria ( rose)]

ahh, what a wonderful and inspiring piece. The vision of this poem is in incredible Love it!! Keep up the great work Fran!

[Fran Marie]

thanks so very much, Maria;

[Matching Socks]

And yet all of these 'do not's are where we draw our inspiration from...
Misery loves company. :)
Great write.

[Fran Marie]

True..just sayin you have to balance life, don't get too serious...thanks Ance so much

[Matching Socks]

Yes, I got that out of it too. :). Anytime FM. My pleasure.