The Real View

The Real View/…………………………………………..By Sami Khalil

The view within is the real view.  A psychological poem.

The Poem:

You only see the ripples above waters as self-expression,

but not the merciless anarchy within.

You witness candles burning in the dark,

but not the residue of scar-tissues melting away.

You only observe weary eyes crying sadly in basted memories,

but not their wounds growing like fingernails.

You only glance at craggy mountains rising to drape the sky,

but not the stalled echoes within valleys.

You only stare at pallid grave sites at the edge of humanity starving for answers,

but not the dead and what have become.

You only spot a blind among the anointed blind... others hanging in the balance,

but not the one who dares to look at the sun.

You only notice beginnings and endings.

If you can only see…

The real view!

Reviews

[AprilRN1210]

This reminds me of those "blinders" that they put on the horses to keep them from getting "spooked".. they can see the road ahead of them well enough but miss out on everything around them.. I think too many people "see" like this.. They are too focused on the road ahead to fix the road behind them and enjoy the road they are on, and the road ahead just stays in the distance.

Sometimes it is easier to just look on the surface instead of taking a deeper look. You are afraid of what you might find.. When you go deeper the pain becomes more real, the monsters more scary, the hurt more profound. When you look inside others to see who they really are you might not like what you see.

I think that is what is wrong with most of the world today. It is easier to just take things at face value instead of understanding things for what they really are. Seeing the person for who they really are instead of just what they WANT you to see.

The anger can disappear once you realize that it is due to a hurt that you can heal... The sadness can go away once you tend to the wound and heal the scar. The friend who is lonely can have that shoulder they so desperately need to lean on but too afraid to ask.

If we take a good hard look at those memories and past mistakes we can learn the lessons that are there waiting and keep from repeating them over and over. We must see the consequences that our actions have on others, how it affects their lives, their happiness, their well-being.

The real view is actually taking the time to LOOK: not skim the surface, not glance at, not take at face value, not gloss it over--but DEEP down inside and reflect.

I REALLY LOVE this piece Sami!!! It is my new favorite of yours....

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. You have blown me away with this truth and deep insight. You have summed up this poem marvelously. Your wisdom shines through in our darkness. I can't thank you enough...:)...........................

[AprilRN1210]

You said it so much more eloquently than I... I just threw in my opinion and views on what you wrote..... You write so beautifully and it always "speaks" to me in ways that I absolutely adore. You have a creative spirit and the skill to deliver magically. Thank you for sharing such breathtaking writing. I am a fan:)

[Sami Khalil]

Same here. Thank you kindly...:)...............

[AprilRN1210]

You're welcome kindly......:)...............

[Sami Khalil]

:)................

[Tree]

There is a lot of depth to this. We really are complicated creatures, so much turmoil below those calm waters you express; but haven't we, over thousands of years of evolution, learned to hide things? Suppress them, maybe because they hurt too much, or maybe because we don't want to hurt anybody near us. A fascinating read, Sami, really hit home. In that I yearn to come across people who can express clearly, and upfront, who they really are.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. So true and well spoken dear poet. All possibilities of the truth you have expressed. Thank you so much for this timeless visit and sharing...Take care...:)...........

[MsJewel]

There is much to take away from this wonderful poem Sami. Someone once told me "perception is everything". I disagree. We must look beyond what we see. Much like a painting or a poem - searching beyond what is in front of us to see the entire picture to truly understand.

Another magnificent poem Sami. You are so talented!
:) Julie

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much dear poet for this amazing review and kind words. You have graced me as ever...Take care...:).........................

[MsJewel]

Have a beautiful day Sami :)

[Sami Khalil]

You too sweet friend..:).......

[Stephen]

The life`s meant to be lived but for what? For lives!! Everything we find, see & perceive through our eyes are what we believe in ~~ are what which`re real around the world ... All lines are very deep & thought-invoking .. your stuffs`re pretty enjoyable & good to read as far as I find reading your few ones .. Sounds good. Great job!!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much Stephen for this amazing review and appreciation . I,m so pleased when you visit...:)......

[Samwam]

You are very good. I am an instant fan. Excellent write.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. I'm an instant fan of yours too. So thankful and humbled by your review...:)........................

[LadyAnn68]

WOW another winner here! You certainly can describe the vision and the view.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much wonderful poet for this lovely review and support. I,m blessed to know you...:).........

[Stephen]

~~ What only I can view is the hotness of a woman standing keep her head down to her elbows ~~ The back of her`s as intoxicating as your WRITE ~~ Beautiful poem!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much Stephen for the wonderful review and analogy...Have a great one...:)...............

[m.s.early]

Those that live in the closet of life never get to walk through the foyer of dreams. Nice pen, poet :)

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much dear poet for this amazing insight of great value. You have graced me with your visit and sharing...:)..................

[Daisie Vergara (Dhaye)]

Indeed, we cannot always see the real picture of everything. We have to see not only through the eyes but also through our hearts and instincts. There were good scenes but bad in the inside. There were bad scenes but good in the inside. Everything and everyone could be wearing his mask the time we are looking at it/him. We cannot blame anybody for doing such...camouflage. But if we really love to help, our hearts can see more than the eyes can notice.

Thanks for this philosophical poem. Astounding as always!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. So true and wonderfully said. I can't add more to those great words. Thank you so much...:)...................

[Daisie Vergara (Dhaye)]

You're welcome.

[Sami Khalil]

:)......................

[Brittany Zedalis]

I can relate to this. Another wonderful piece, Sami. I'm glad I read it. ^-^

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much Brittany for all you say and do. I'm glad you like it. Take care...:)..............

[Renée]

Nicely Done Poet Khalil… "The real view" the internal struggles and hardships…a great reminder that we do not always know what is going on in someones life… hurts nothing to err on the side of kindness..but to the receiver it means the world..

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. An amazing insight of truth you have shared with us. I love how you put things in perspective. Thank you so much...:)......................

[Renée]

You write thinking pieces.. love it ! ( :

[Sami Khalil]

:)......................