Subdued Names

Ponderings on relative and exact shadows we all possess.

Subdued Names   By Sami Khalil

Ponderings…

My exact shadow had a resurgence of subdued names.

Vigilant in eventides, his silence rifles through me, in nonchalant manners.

But time rushed past us, blessing the emptiness of waiting lines.

As we hold the shield high, with hollow arms, hostages seep through our breasts.

Chance after chance, he had taken me across elapsed heartbeats.

I could not dissolve my bruises that weighed valiantly in my apprehensive rendezvous.

I might have drifted in self-sufficiency, lofty to many in its concluding smiles.

With tears in each corner, I idolized the marbled sky, feeling more than breaths laden with faceless partners.

My softer heart was a free verse, flowing from generous hands and across fences.

Each time I mouthed a narrative, guilt came forward, blustery and throwing stones.

I had not but scarlet roses to throw back and, a flurry of gasps.

I hastened to the blue curtains to close them.

My exact shadow and I became accustomed to subdued names…

 

Reviews

[Einstein Noodle]

how very interesting a tale .. told so well with self and shadow ... boxing perhaps at times ;) this line:
"I might have drifted in self-sufficiency, lofty to many in its concluding smiles." and your closing 4 lines are just killers for me .. i loved reading this ..the experience as a writer in pursuit of honesty ..integrity and those perfect words/images/emotions ...all come to mind as i read .. and on life itself ..those shadows all must be dealt with to retain health in mind and spirit .. really really like this one Sami! great read for me!
E.
ps. the pic is incredible .. the eye is drawn first to the palm .. then the head .. then the light and then the shadows coming forth .. at least for me anyway .. fine stuff to start me morning

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! I'm honored to get a great vocation from great poets and readers. Thank you so much and Happy New Year. See you soon.

[Tom]

All of us, each and every one make mistakes, have regrets, sorrows to carry as we journey along life's often rocky road, and though our feet blister and may even bleed, we do not/must not give up, or decide to take the easy, slippery slide back downhill, we merely rest, cleanse and redress the soles of our feet, as we listen and learn from our inner voice, the exact shadow speaks to us of those previous, past shortcomings which only serve to further imbibe our resolve and determination to continue, for there is sparkling treasure to be found at the summit of journeys end! 👑

An uplifting, discerning discourse my friend, character building poetry and a happy new year Sami, may rich blessings always be upon you brother!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! I'm blown away by your wisdom and understanding. So true and well said great poet and friend. I can't add more to your wonderful words. Happy New Year with rich blessings.

[Patricia Wedel]

When we experience the loss of expected overtures...
we seem to be lost in a maize of uncertainty... looking for a lost note or two...
the familiar scent of flowers... waiting to be discovered when night draws the
curtain of possibility. Wishing you a special kiss at midnight to ring in the
NEW YEAR. truly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well said. Thank you so much Patricia Wedel for the review and the wishes. May your New Years be filled with your heart's possibilities.

[peter Duggan]

Hi Sami such a beautiful poet you are, my friend. Such poetic words you used in this write, wonderful read, mate....Peter

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much great poet and friend for this lovely review and kind visit. I appreciate you.

[Chris Shaw]

Sami, there are some beautiful poetic lines in this write. You are indeed a poet. This poem did give me some dark feelings about those shadows. It does appear though, that you have become accustomed to their presence. All good wishes.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well articulated. Those shadows in our lives can be heavy burdens within and without. We have to overcome and learn as we are tested in life in every juncture and dead end. Thank you so much for your appreciation as I appreciate you as a wonderful poet and friend. Blessings during and after the holidays.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Sami. All good wishes winging their way to you. Be well.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

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[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

I'm sensing a dark undertow. Tension shadowed by an indifferent hunger. Shaded by innuendo and gile. Lit from within.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Even your reviews are so poetic. Well said and understood. Thank you so much Valormore for your wonderful review. Blessed holidays.

[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

You put so much between the words. Awe inspiring. Blessings to you also.

[Sami Khalil]

Gracie Mille. You are so kind.

[Mrudula Rani]

An ever present companion, silent, vigilant, carrier of across leaped heartbeats; The exact shadow with subdued names! Your ponderings are profound and absolutely delightful,Sami. What wonderful thoughts you have shared here!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! I love the way you understand me marvelously. We all have relative or exact shadows accompanying us. The tell a lot about us and the names we come in contact with during our lives. I like to ponder on things sometimes. Thank you so much great poet...

[Mrudula Rani]

The image you have included now is very impressive, Sami. Your writings are always brilliant.

[Sami Khalil]

You too. Gracie Millee.

[Mrudula Rani]

You are most welcome my friend.

[Sami Khalil]

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[Sami Khalil]

"My softer heart was a free verse, flowing from generous hands and across fences."

Sami Khalil

[Sami Khalil]

" I idolized the marbled sky, feeling more than breaths laden with faceless partners."

Sami Khalil