I tread softly upon your legacy ~

"Can I show you what you are for me" ~Evanescence

I tread softly upon your legacy

angel of mine with broken wings,

traces left behind in soft whispers

the best of times gone awry,

when you whirl through my head

soaring on kaleidoscopic tranquility

wrapped in lavender zephyr sighs

dancing on clouds of ethereal hope

carefree and peaceful without worry

floating above lapis forbidden skies

like a effulgent butterfly haunting me

   in the darkly mindless hours of night

when the haze clears my conscious etchings

       you flutter amidst my words

exhaling ephemeral moments of poetry 

swirls of splendiferous opulence 

dreams beyond my comprehension,

I escape to heavenly dimensions 

 'drips of moonlight washing over me'

    lingering in this stately haven of intention 

Author's Note

Reviews

[redzone]

Frieda, you wrap us in lavender zephyr sighs and lapis forbidden skies allowing us to whirl with and within the chaos of fluttering butterflies emerging from the book of your sorrow and we may not know all that you feel inside, we want to stand by you inhaling and exhaling the moments of your poetry... Frieda this writing you do is excellent in its emotional depth as well as just plain out right beautiful, expressive artistry... loved the song and graphic... did you notice the blue one on the right, me singing your poem, sorry, you drew me in... ~~redzone

[Frieda P]

Your review is quite luverly curt and touched my heart, thanks so much my sweet friend. x

[therisa]

Frieda, I know this poignant poem is, about your sister, but to me, it speaks to the little girl, whom I had to abandon, as a child, to protect myself. And the few remaining, scattered memories, I have, of that time, in my life. Please pardon me, as I wipe the tears, which I am having. Thank you, for sharing this sad but moving poem, with us.

[Frieda P]

Wherever it takes you is fine, it's your perception that's important once it's out there, glad you could relate in some way therisa, thanks for your kind words.

[therisa]

Your welcome, Frieda. Only wished, I could have lived my childhood,as the girl, I was meant to be.

[Frieda P]

Many of us do therisa....we do the best we can, when we are able.

[therisa]

Thank you, Frieda, for your kind words.

[therisa]

Thank you, Frieda, for your kind words.

[Eric Pudalov]

As Jack said, this is a beautiful, tragically haunting piece, Frieda. It's awful to think what you might be going through, and yet this somehow offers elements of hope as well.

I have lost many people dear to me, and it is very consoling to feel that they are at peace, even if I can't physically see them. I get some sense of that from this writing, in lines like "carefree and peaceful without worry/floating above lapis forbidden skies."

I know that ultimately, that doesn't make the loss easier, per se, but it seems to help peace of mind. In some sense, I found this poem therapeutic for me too. Thank you.

[Frieda P]

I'm thrilled if it brought you some peace, I try to find these moments of peace in loss, but it's never easy, especially after suicide, seems they leave all their pain and angst behind. Thanks so much Eric.

[Mel Lisa]

love your poems. they are delicate and beautiful, gently touching and poignant. love this song as well. great piece!

[Frieda P]

Thanks muchly for your kind review Melecia!

[wordman]

a beautiful and touching write frieda and the music blended right in

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much wordman.

[Beth]

"I tread softly upon your legacy" can relate

[Frieda P]

Sorry that you can and thanks Beth.

[Chloe_Spence]

Wow this poem is so beautifully written- love the imagery and emotive language you used!
I like the music as well- Evanescence :)

[Frieda P]

Thanks muchly Chloe, gotta love Evanescence. :-)

[Chloe_Spence]

Haha you are welcome! :)

[Coyote Poetry]

"you flutter amidst my words
exhaling ephemeral moments of poetry
swirls of splendiferous opulence
dreams beyond my comprehension,"
The above lines are powerful and beautiful. The poem was filled with emotion and sadness. I had to read a few times. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much, she certainly haunts my poetry and my mind Coyote....

[s y e]

Now I am crying. Your sister was so beautiful as are you. I know you miss her and I know your heart aches for her... Like I have said before, you keep her memory alive by writing about her and sharing her with all of us here at WC.

So very poignant, Frieda. xoxo

[Frieda P]

Much appreciate your support and sweet words noodlebumble, thanks peanut. xo

[Rachelle]

Now it is a slow waltz, premiere danseuse! A delight to read and reread!

[Frieda P]

Grazie mille Rachelle!