Existence Shared

shared once with a friend

You’ve long promised me a walk, my friend.

A rambling, hand-holding stroll through words I felt too small to meet alone--

Or maybe just a thoughtful travel through blueberry lanes

where you would unravel the mysteries of your creations.

 

Even knowing that poems cannot mean—

once set to page those words can only Be--

I sit patiently for clues.

 

Bits of conversation, punctuated by rainy days, intertwining histories--

yours and mine and theirs.

You’ve long promised me a walk, my friend,

And so far—it’s been a lovely journey.

 

Reviews

[KUFU]

Considering your condition Emily, I'd say this poem is bold indeed. Most just want to chill when the Flu bug has reared its ugly head, however you relish a walk...perhaps a walk on the wild side!! to provide some levity and excitement! I understand laughter and great friends are a cure for many ailments.
Walks are metaphysical as well as literal. An uplifting poem. What a way to battle those nasty bugs. ;-)

[W.k.kortas]

Flows and reads very much like that other Emily (Dickinson), but not as ethereal and wispy. Moves easily, almost lazily, like a stroll to nowhere in particular, which is a nice touch. Very nice piece of work.

[bluessadmood]

what lovely thoughts ,a dreamy piece about you and me my friend remember our talks ,out long walks through life,you remember our walks sharing our thoughts ,oh how lovely and romantic as ever ,i wonder ,just loved it

[Dezaraye]

I love this piece, Emily. Your words flow together so brilliantly. Your talent for poetry always amazes me and this one is absolutely stunning.

I love your last stanza:

Bits of conversation, punctuated by rainy days, intertwining histories--
yours and mine and theirs.
You've long promised me a walk, my friend,
And so far-it's been a lovely journey.

Intertwining histories ... that's exactly what friendships are. Those we know and come to love leave pieces of themselves with us and become a part of our own and we theirs. I love the sentiment.

[Gandré]

I sit patiently for clues.



Bits of conversation, punctuated by rainy days, intertwining histories--

yours and mine and theirs.-----------------this was beautiful part of your poem, very very soothing. I love you poetry darling Emily! I hope you feel somewhat better. Wishing you good recovery and that flu might leave you soon!

[AK]

This reminds me of those dreams everyone has. You know... the scenes in the movies of a couple in love. The walks in the woods, her head on his shoulder... the rainy afternoons spent cuddled before the fireplace with hot chocolate and honest conversation... You know, those dreams everyone has...

Thank you for reminding me, it's been too long.

[The Tao of Bri]

surreal and dreamlike..you bring it into reality so sharply vivid yet smooothly soothing...

[C K.]

Such a sweet idea ^-^ Made me feel how I very much like to feel. Good stuff CKx