Reposting this for my weekly challenge with the theme of river.
There’s a river runs between us,
you and I; our thoughts, like tears,
are liquid carried by the current.
But you, and I,
we stand on the banks, oblivious,
ignoring the connection,
proudly touting our individualism.
Still the river flows
and all you’ve suffered
and all I’ve suffered
or dreamed, or imagined, or hoped
flows with it.
Step into the water with me,
feel our connection;
do not be afraid
for it is sacred –
wade deeper and know
you are not alone
for I am here
in this river
that runs between us.
(Originally posted in October, 2014. Edited here.)
reads like a sacred mystical prayer – love it very much
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Thank you, Gina. I wrote it in a very dark time, when mysticism blessedly overrides suffering.
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Very beautiful piece.
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Thanks
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This is so beautiful… got me emotional!!
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So glad you could connect. cheers
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Cheers!!
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I hope this link works for you, it’s YouTube, Solstafir Fjara (w/Lyrics & translation)
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Wonderful imagery, and I’ve this compelling visual video clip which might go with your poem…..
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Thanks Ivor – I couldn’t get this link to work.
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Oh that’s a pity, try Youtube search, Solstafir, Fjara (Official Vdeo)
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Interesting video – compelling, as you say. Wish I understood the words.
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There is a version with English subtitles, I’ll have a look, but it’s not the the same video
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Well versed imagery conveying a truth some seem unable to grasp – they need this poem!
The invitation to “wad deeper and know / you are not alone” is very powerful.
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Thanks Jazz. It is a concept many don’t get.
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Very nice!!
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Thank you!
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