Even in darkness

 

Even in darkness,

when a moonless sky

preaches fear from a pulpit of shadows

pointing elongated fingers…

 

When walls crumble

into a rubble strewn alleyway

and graffiti issues spray paint threats

on frantic facades dripping sabotage…

 

And kindness remains 

hidden away in sealed envelopes,

unaddressed and undelivered,

discarded in bundles of false accusations

 

Her beauty shines unending

in effervescent streams,

illuminating in a photograph, poetry

and a kind word from quivering lips

 

Caressing my heart

in watercolor enchantments

and pastel pleasures…

showing me it is not what, but who

 

For this darkness is hers,

weighted thoughts on soft shoulders

binding wrists in tethered worries

and still she smiles…for me

 

 

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

love this...some people are just like that. no matter their worries, they still find time to care about us...
even in their own darkness a light shines towards others.

[willweb]

And the best part of it is, realizing it when it happens and knowing you are deeply loved. Now to make sure and return that love as well. Thanks so very much Jacob.

[Afraa]

This piece just gave 'mesmerising' a whole new meaning. Definitely unlike any other dark poem I've read on here. I would say more pleasant words about this, but they would all be understatements. You have nice style in poetry.

[willweb]

Thank you so very much Afraa. Your kindness is appreciated.

[Lydia Shutter]

Intensely emotional words, Will. When someone smiles through the pain just to make you happy, it is because they do not want you to worry. They want to assuage your fears. You describe a fragile beauty....someone whom you have elevated to a pedestal. This is truly beautiful poetry. Lydi**

[willweb]

Thanks you so much Lydi. I am excited that this one touched you. I find love a wonderful thing and writing about it and receiving such wonderful comments is truly a blessing.

[Lizardo]

Wow this is a deep poem with deep thoughts and deep emotions
I do love the opening line and how you ended it too
Great poem!

[willweb]

Thanks so very much Lizardo. Your kindness to me always is greatly appreciated.

[Lizardo]

You're welcome!

[Kelly Scheppers]

Will, my soul takes a deep breath in, whenever your poetry lies before me. You shine with such an effulgent glow, my friend, for this is most beautiful!

[willweb]

Kelly, your sweet words bring a smile to my face. Thank you so much.

[Rudi J.P. Lejaeghere]

Beautiful images, great metaphor use. Very well done, Will. :) Rudi

[willweb]

Thanks again Rudi for alwasy being so supportive.

[katja]

"when a moonless sky preaches fear from a pulpit of
shadows pointing elongated fingers…"
^^^
... gosh, that's lovely imagery
*
you really are one of my favourite poets here, will... you're such a prolific writer & each addition is as pleasing to the senses as the preceding...
... thank you muchly for sharing
~yekaterina

[willweb]

That you so very much miss m, that is a very nice compliment. I am happy you enjoyed this.

[Cool Girl]

The ending was outstanding. The emotions were spectacular! You've left me speechless my friend:)

[willweb]

I am thrilled you liked this one Cool Girl. I appreciate your kindness my friend.

[Cool Girl]

You are very welcome, Will. :)

[Jamestown]

Absolutely terrific, wonderful writing, everything flowing flawlessly, thanks for sharing.

[willweb]

Thank you so very much Jamestown for your kind words.

[Coyote Poetry]

Amazing use of words and description.
"Her beauty shines unending
in effervescent streams,
illuminating in a photograph, poetry
and a kind word from quivering lips"
Your description create vision of beauty and the emotion of love. You create a beautiful woman. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[willweb]

Thank you so very much Coyote, she is a beautiful woman.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome.