Changes

        

"Changes"

apophonic harps ringing in my ears

I hit the wall of my obsessions

My senses of expression

we just can't hold hummingbirds                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

(Can We?)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

rivers run through  rocks

please don't sing for me     ~         a

plaintive keening

don't tell me  your art                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

(Show Me)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

alterations to a tailor like a

calico kitten's soft      ~      rough

rouged tongue

don't write those things  for me                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

(i thought my prayers would get me closer)                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Sailor mendicant, hearing the sirens' wailing

finger tips          ~           map tats

trace story lines of mermaids           and

the deep               where fish creatures glow effervescent                                                                                                                                                                                         

(i wish i had not run so fast)                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

may i read your palm?

reel with me

in you          -         swirls

Divine intervention                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

(there is the Tunnel)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

peacocks fanned tail  extravagance

melding pot calamity

great love        the

living of the dead                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

(There is the Light)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

On Winds and clouds

lithe bodies bound

flights in fancy fandango

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7/21/20

E.

          

Author's Note

Reviews

[Ruth]

I always have a smile from reading your poetry E. Amazing depth once more and I wish the world could see such skill as yours, remarkable :) There is a process to this piece in my eyes...a layered building up to a completion of recognition, not just a wander through imagery but an actual process, very cleverly executed and articulated. Sometimes dreams and hopes are so fragile they tear along the jagged path on this journey called life but the living on and holding on to faith and acceptance make living a little easier sometimes...life is an art and your art glows brightly in bold metaphor, wonderful E :)

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you so much for your sensitive, intuitive reading of this .. and yes (you make me smile) believe it or not ..there is a process ;))))))) my "voice" is not for everyone, i know .. and that's ok ... if i get one .. just one review as yours .. my poetry is worth it ... i feel so gratified Ruth .. you "see me" ... so glad we met and can get to know one another ... right here at the Cafe'

[Ruth]

Same dear E and I mean every word, you are an amazing writer, have a lovely day :)

[Ana Papaya]

Good morning, E. :)
When we hit that wall going as far as we can along a "path" we have to change if we want to keep going further. Nature's best survival strategy is adaptation. It's no different for us. Sometimes we're forced into change by our environment or people in our lives. Thought provoking write. Keep dancing!

[Einstein Noodle]

i will Ana!! i will just keep on dancing ;))))))) please join me in my fandango ..and burst into song too! yes! we are forced to change by many things ... they are thrust upon us and we are thrust into life ... leaps and bounds of faith .. thanks always for you time and reviews Ana .. always perceptive and encouraging .. love on ya girl!

[Ana Papaya]

You're welcome :)
I'd be happy to join you. :)

[Einstein Noodle]

:))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

[adornoscousin]

I had to read this one a few times. I actually do not know much Bowie but the poem is phenomenal. I love the line where you say "please do not sing for me." I feel like this a lot. Sometimes I just want to be left alone.

[Einstein Noodle]

ahahahaha! don't we all Cousin! don't we all ...I recall my young days and getting a call from a friend to "go out and do something" was the usual request .. times I just didn't want to I would cover the receiver and tell me Ma to "tell me I can't go out Ma" ... which she did ... we all have days to be left alone ... its healthy in the right doses eh!? thanks for wrestling with this one .. Bowie is an original ..and like Paul says ..ahead of his time .. you would do well to check him out a bit .. thanks again for taking time to read and review ..much appreciated!
E.

[Paul Bell]

Bowie sure was ahead of his time.
Strange thing, change, we know it has to happen, though sometimes it happens without us knowing.
I suppose though, this year is the real change for the world. I suppose in a way, this is world war 3, and at the moment the virus is winning. We'll get over it, and change will happen again. Maybe even a fandango to boot.

[Einstein Noodle]

i agree .. so saddened by his passing .. as many still are .. strange indeed ... adapt, move on, change some more eh!? I absolutely agree with you about covid ... this is no "ordinary" thing, in my opinion .. some of the changes more frightening than the illness me thinks .. I don't think the virus is winning tho ... people are resilient and have gone through much worse .. the lack of information and the push for that information has only caused confusion and doubt .. it is a virus .. some will get sick, some will not .. some will die .. some will not .. not really such a mystery is it ... but who can worry when one dances the fandango ... always an honor to have your visits Paul .. thank you! peace and love
E.

[Paul Bell]

You too, Einstein, onwards and upwards.

[Corset]

This pleases me very much says i! Going into my favorites says i! It reminds me of those girls and guys that say " don't come any closer, why aren't you closer?" use the corresponding face for the corresponding emotion (Meg in Movie French Kiss) They don't but maybe they do.. no means no, yes means yes. :P pffft

[Einstein Noodle]

yes ... absolutely Corset! couldn't have said it better "don't come any closer, why aren't you closer?" .. thanks for the visit .. its been a while since we have spoken ...right here at the Cafe' ;) love and peace ...
E.

[Corset]

well overdue, my apologies.. same to you !

[Sami Khalil]

No wonder you are called the Einstein. You might have to write the formula in physics terms sir( The only constant is change ).
I can never get enough of your writes and constant wisdom. Change happens indeed in small increments or sudden bursts. Change can be good or bad depending on intent and circumstance. There is change within and change without. There is a natural change and a forced one. I love how you you go down the list and highlight these things.
Long live the pen of Einstein.

[Einstein Noodle]

aww! you are kind my friend .. and generous .. i appreciate every word of your review ... how can i not ... for this old man .. it is validation not expected ... this is a wonderful place for us ... because of the people ... we learn from each other in reviews, writing and reading .. a fertile ground says i! thanks for your continued support and friendship Sami! and right back at ya .. your voice is strong and always recognizable .. love and peace and stay safe friend!
E.

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome sir. Same to you.

[Ken Simm.]

Complex depths in this one from a poet at the height. I can see the growing in this Gene. The heights and layers in which you develop your art and then it encourages me to sift for fine meanings. Beautifully written dear friend. Something for me to chew over for many a long time. I will get back to you with some of my discoveries. This is a walk through feelings.

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks so much Ken .. i feel truly honored and humbled by your remarks .. thanks so much! yep .. layers and feelings sir ;) i am very encouraged you see growth in what i write ... its validation from an outside source ... couldn't feel better my friend!
E.

[Lydia Shutter]

I will fandango through this poem more than once, that is for sure. A multi layered gem, this one is. Change is the one constant in our lives, but lately the changes are thrown at us far too quickly. The images you create with your words are spectacular, E. Show me, don't tell me....you have shown us once again you are a skilled poet! Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you so much Lydia! truly ... thank you

[Betty Hermelee]

For my simplistic mind, I see a world where change is difficult, in a dark world, but I also see a tunnel and there is light at the end of it....( I’m sure this is completely off base!)

[Einstein Noodle]

no... that's pretty much it Betty .. you underestimate yourself ;) thanks so much for reading and sharing those thoughts and reactions .. abstract is not everyone's cup of tea but when it is reviewed by someone such as yourself .. it is doubly gratifying that you took the time .. peace love and joy to ya .. thanks again for stopping in
E.

[olla]

Mr.Noodle.. I am awestruck.. it has been too long since I strolled by your window.. I've been caught up in the crush of the life and times.. not good.. the soul starves to death if not fed regularly..

[Einstein Noodle]

oh i sure understand the "crush" of time ;) happens to the best of us eh!? thanks so much for stopping to read and for letting me know what you think .. its how we improve ... grow ... and a big fat yes about feeding ones' soul ... its the core of existence says i ... whether one acknowledges it or not ... its as real as ones arm ;) love on ya olla! and thanks again for taking time on me pages!
E.

[olla]

I wanted to find something appropriate to wish you a Merry Christmas.. "changes" caught my eye.. it has been a year of changes for sure.. but there is also great hope in these words.. and is that not the true meaning of Christmas after all.. we should not try to capture the humming bird it will only die in our hands.. like the spirit.. we must let it fly free.. Merry Christmas my friend.. and wishes for a Bright New Year..

[Einstein Noodle]

yes! and Merry Christmas to you too, olla!

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

The words and images coincide beautifully and your poetry is exceptionally deep and impressive. You are an extremely talented writer and I'm elated we get to enjoy the words you've laid down for us to enjoy and comprehend. :-)

[Einstein Noodle]

Tamara! thank you so much! it is always helpful to know what people think of our work eh!? i will stop by your place asap and repay the visit! thank you again for taking time ..peace and joy!
E.