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The 'End' In Friend

I, treasure you. But, would you stay if I ever said goodbye? Would inferno’s pilot light succumb to your tears Knowing tomorrow’s uncertainty Is our greatest fear? Would my ill-timed laughter Make you cringe in disgust Changing your perception against my heart? Would you Hold me As we wade through baptismal waters of sin Without bruises from cedar scented crosses? Can I count the ways You would be my exhale When insanity chokes the living within The living, within! Within cracked glasshouses Covered by umbrella’s demise Would you come to despise My true colors Shaded in blues & violets? Would I need to come to your rescue After you’ve kicked me when I’m down? I WOULD! I WOULD CRAWL WITHOUT YAWN’S FATIGUE! I would sacrifice my Agnostic flesh To become a new believer Born-again Within YOU! I would remove my 3rd eye to present what I see in you! I would become your contact lens that you’ll never have to remove! I would taste degradation Simmering in a gentle broil around my arms And season you with my smiles Just to make it through choke-holds of a Winter solstice! I would become your handsome error Hoping we can write each others wrongs! I, treasure you. But, Would you be there upon last dance’s syllabic end? My friend, I’ll wait by this stainless steel chair. Embracing the “never-say-never”… …because, with you, my humanity is willing to believe in forever. © - 4/22/2013 Submitted for the “What a Friend really is” Contest, sponsored by Becca Lucas; Won 5th place.

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Sarai Virden

Date: 11/6/2013 1:29:00 AM

In this piece I SEE YOU... You are an extravagant soul my friend with a gift to penetrate the calloused of hearts. Applause!

Eileen Manassian

Date: 9/20/2013 8:55:00 PM

Rereading some....Don't mind me.... :-D Beyond powerful.......

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/21/2013 8:28:00 AM

No worries! =D Thank you, Eileen.

Victoria Anderson-Throop

Date: 8/2/2013 6:20:00 PM

deep passion is a rare gift, though, painful...I would give much for a friend like you....(like the line about giving up the third eye---and most rare of all eyes, and thus the greatest gift) rich and passionate words!

Poet Tacito
Date: 8/2/2013 7:07:00 PM

Thank you so much, Victoria. Yes, you're quite right about that. I can be that friend, if you want! =D

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/17/2013 9:16:00 AM

Brilliant right from the title!

Poet Tacito
Date: 7/17/2013 9:17:00 AM

Thanks so much, Richard!!!!! =D

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 7/10/2013 7:09:00 PM

RThis deservs a 7. There is nothing like having a true friend that will never let you down. It has been said that it is better to have a good friend than a thousand dollars in your pocket. Thanks for sharing...... Lucilla

Poet Tacito
Date: 7/10/2013 7:18:00 PM

That is tremendous of you! Thank you so much, Lucilla.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 6/8/2013 1:52:00 PM

Rereading..You seem to be willing to give so much to a friend.Awhile ago.i used to think the same way..but i wonder how many friends are really worth all that?..Nice to read your post again Drake

Poet Tacito
Date: 6/8/2013 2:02:00 PM

In the end, you realize, not many. But, sometimes, the true colors of somebody aren't always so clear in that moment. No matter what, at least you know it's true when you make this kind of declaration. Good to see you back here, Charmaine. :)

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 5/25/2013 5:02:00 AM

true friends last a life time awesome Linda

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/25/2013 5:19:00 AM

Got that right! :) Thank you, Linda!

Caleah Buil

Date: 5/20/2013 9:37:00 AM

This was so good! It's always amazing to have a friend that you know you would do anything for. The saddest thing is when you know they wouldn't do the same for you. This was a great poem! Best wishes in the contest! This time...I bow to THEE!

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/20/2013 9:43:00 AM

You're awesome, Caleah. You couldn't be more right about that. Thank you so much!

Paula Larson

Date: 5/16/2013 9:23:00 AM

It is true, we are so particular about sameness, created rituals, occasions! The true friend is the "thick and thin" kind, who can muster up, anytime, or any place! Please read my "ALWAYS FRIEND" on my posting page. Paula L.

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/16/2013 9:30:00 AM

Hi, Paula! You are quite right. Yes, I'll have a look. Thanks for stopping by!

Timothy Hicks

Date: 5/16/2013 12:51:00 AM

It's all very chaotic while at the same time heartfelt and relevant. To open your mind to others beliefs (to even give up your own) for the sake of friendship... WOW! Spoken from the heart... great job!

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/16/2013 7:29:00 AM

I believe the importance of what you said is that one SHOULDN'T have to change to be in a friendship. But, they're willing to for the sake of keeping that friendship. Thanks so very much! :)

Sasha Maharaj

Date: 5/14/2013 8:47:00 AM

arr most beautiful description of what a true friend is. love it. P.S check inbox :)

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/14/2013 10:00:00 AM

Hi, Sasha! :) I have to agree with you. Thank you so much for that. I'll check my Soup Mail.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 5/8/2013 12:39:00 PM

I can't believe I missed this one. This is fantastic, it leaves me with a lack of articulation to aptly describe the viseral reaction it creates within me. moving it to my favorites.

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/8/2013 3:05:00 PM

How awesome to hear!!!! That's really cool of you to do. Thank you so much! :)

Katherine Braithwaite

Date: 5/8/2013 11:36:00 AM

A beautiful piece of writing.

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/8/2013 11:41:00 AM

Hi there, Katherine. Thank you so much for that and for stopping by! :)

Katherine Braithwaite

Date: 5/8/2013 11:36:00 AM

Beautiful

Sara Kendrick

Date: 5/7/2013 12:01:00 PM

Congrats on your win..Enjoyed reading your very expressive and emotive work.I am glad that I chose it to read today..Thanks for your visit..Sara

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/7/2013 12:02:00 PM

Hi! :) Thank you very much! Always a pleasure when you stop by!

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 5/1/2013 6:30:00 PM

Drake, CONGRATULATIONS... friendship can be a very sweet feeling.. love your meaning.... :-) *LINDA

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/1/2013 7:15:00 PM

Hola, Linda! Thanks so much. Yes, yes it can be...

Abdulhafeez Oyewole

Date: 4/29/2013 10:39:00 PM

Big Congrats on your win ~A.O

Poet Tacito
Date: 5/1/2013 7:14:00 PM

Thanks very much! :)

Joyce Johnson

Date: 4/29/2013 8:02:00 PM

Very different and out of the ordinary. Congratulations. Love, joyce

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/29/2013 9:33:00 PM

Thanks so much, Joyce! :)

Karen Anglesey

Date: 4/29/2013 12:32:00 PM

I really admire the "no holds barred" poet. You really give it your all and deliver it well

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/29/2013 12:57:00 PM

You're very kind to say that. "No holds barred" is quite accurate. :) Many, many thanks to you!

Cherl Dunn

Date: 4/27/2013 5:50:00 PM

Great write but very long but it has merit in it's length. thank you for sharing

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/27/2013 6:21:00 PM

Thank you kindly for stopping by. I do appreciate it! :)

Ginger Amee Terdue

Date: 4/24/2013 9:12:00 AM

Oh my God, Drake, What a piece!!! I found myself just gaping at a masterpiece. Great job there.

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/24/2013 9:20:00 AM

Hi Ginger! :) That's so awesome of you to say! Thank you so much for stopping by here!!!

Nette Onclaud

Date: 4/23/2013 12:36:00 PM

You just gave you whole heart into this, drake... what a tender and gripping artpiece!..:) huggs

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/23/2013 1:53:00 PM

I think the theme deemed this type of expression very necessary. :) Thank you, as always, Nette! :)

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 4/23/2013 9:16:00 AM

Powerful write Drake....you definitely got what it takes to be a true friend as the evidence in your loyal words. Excellent! Hugs

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/23/2013 9:53:00 AM

That means a lot. I believe I am quite awesome to be a friend. Though, I will only treat one as I'm treated in return. I won't chase. :) Thank you so much, Cecilia!

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 4/23/2013 9:14:00 AM

ahhh poetry, fav images [Would inferno’s pilot light succumb][ Without bruises from cedar scented crosses][Within cracked glasshouses/Covered by umbrella’s demise] I could go on but I will reply as a woman and as a sheildmate, a warrior and you will see..perhaps..you have not given what is desired? **I'm am only speaking to the content man to woman. Light & Love [a fav/7] lines

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/23/2013 9:50:00 AM

Hi Debbie!!! Well, essentially the message here is that it should work both ways. A meeting, halfway. :) And, I'll be honest, I've not heard of "slipstream" or "bizzaro" before. Thank you so much for being here! :)

Debbie Guzzi
Date: 4/23/2013 9:15:00 AM

PS speaking of forms, perhaps this is either slipstream or bizzarro? they both seem subcatgories of free verse? yes? no?

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 4/23/2013 8:48:00 AM

To.exhale your breath from a friend To be born within a friend a friend who.has kicked you.down To be baptised on sin's holy water to become a new.believer to be whom your friend wan t you to.be to.give her a contact lense so.she.could see clear how special this persona is to you That is friendship in a unique way And a friend like this deserves d waiting You ve taken a deeper step to friendship the kind of friendship which makes one feel secure and safe.Hope yr friend get 2 this Powerful &deep

Poet Tacito
Date: 4/23/2013 9:01:00 AM

I couldn't agree more. Thank you for taking the time, as always, Charmaine. :)