The Same

You used to look at me. You glanced upon my ripened, caramel skin With palpitated affirmations Of your smile Love Friendship Inebriated Your titanium pupils Illuminating across Merlot filled chalices Another umbrella drop Another hungry thrust Unto solemn choruses Another choir of sonatas Filling our bells Turning the tides Against full moon deceptions Yet, the sun rose. We would lie on park benches’ lap As I covered my thorns To avoid your judgments Drawing your attention to cresting waves By our lakeside Yet, the clouds rolled in. As vehement rainfall Caused my roots to blossom My thorns to strengthen You were poked by my errors. Another angel cries. These wingless flaws I shed Within retinal waterfalls As I hold onto empty, rickety barrel For dear tomorrows Am I Now Not good enough for you Has your pulse’s arrhythmia from yesterday Become Stagnant Will you still take my hand In whimsical slow dance Through God’s uncertainty Because, tomorrow, I will still be the same. ©Drake J. Eszes

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Sarai Virden

Date: 10/30/2013 12:27:00 PM

"I covered my thorns to avoid your judgment" You Drake, are the most talented artist on this site. Beautifully written dear one.

Poet Tacito
Date: 10/30/2013 12:33:00 PM

(HUGE BLUSH) I'm really not the most talented. But, you are WAY WAY too kind. You've made my morning...thank you, Sarai.

Monterey Sirak

Date: 10/10/2013 9:14:00 AM

I love the way this poem ebbs and flows with the waves of emotion cresting ever higher. It seemed to peak with the line 'Another angel cries', then flowed gently to your certainty at the end. Absolutely magnificent!

Poet Tacito
Date: 10/10/2013 9:25:00 AM

Monterey!!!!!! Awesome to see you again! =D Your commentary is so enlightening & reinforcing to my poetic methodologies. I cannot say enough how grateful I am!

Sarai Virden

Date: 10/10/2013 12:58:00 AM

The same line captured my heart as did Donna's "I covered my thorns to avoid your judgments" WOW, I was overwhelmed by the power and emotion that drew out of me! Your an amazing artist!

Poet Tacito
Date: 10/10/2013 7:08:00 AM

Hi, Sarai! =) It's awesome of you to stop by here. Thank you very much for that.

Donna Jones

Date: 10/5/2013 10:38:00 PM

As I covered my thorns To avoid your judgements,,,powerful statement..why do we do this...but we do...completely relatable piece...awesome....youre damn good..

Poet Tacito
Date: 10/5/2013 11:04:00 PM

We do it to avoid judgments. Fearing that, while we give somebody new the benefit of the doubt, we'll still be marked. Thank you so much, Donna!! =D

Wilma Neels

Date: 10/1/2013 5:41:00 AM

We need to embrace the things that makes complete sense even if it means having to except someone for who they are, ultimately longing/willing for them to change might just make them unhappy.. Quite dig this write of yours.. but I reckon you know that by now.. Just to get back to the show on Sunday.. Was some heart stopping moments there.. Made me realize that writing from my heart aint such a bad thing.. Cant wait for the next show :D

Poet Tacito
Date: 10/1/2013 6:22:00 AM

Very, very true. It's a very tough call to make. Yes, this past show was utterly unexpected & truly memorable. Thank you so much, Wilma! =D

Jack Jordan

Date: 9/30/2013 7:18:00 AM

Drake. _ soupmail... Jack

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/30/2013 7:23:00 AM

You got it! I'll be waiting. :)

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 9/29/2013 12:22:00 AM

Drake; I loved this poem. We should always be the same. we should always be who we are. Thanks.... Lucilla

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/29/2013 12:52:00 AM

I couldn't agree more. Thank you, Lucilla.

Cindy Lu

Date: 9/28/2013 11:02:00 PM

You are abolutely a beauiful person, an astonishing writer that writes with such passion and honesty. I just love this verse! Cindy

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/29/2013 12:51:00 AM

That is a truly, truly sweet thing to say, Cindy. Thank you so much. =)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/28/2013 11:38:00 AM

here's a toast to yet another succesful show on the 29th, drake...can't log in but will cheer fo you..:) huggs and thanks for passing by; so appreciated!.. how you?..

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/28/2013 10:11:00 PM

Nette!! Thank you so much! I wish you could tune in! But, I understand that you may not be able to. You'll be missed! =) This weekend has been deeply invigorating. Many, many thanks...as usual.

Jack Jordan

Date: 9/28/2013 10:22:00 AM

I have a tendency to smile while reading your poems, no matter how serious or dark or deep the message, because I am fascinated by the way you assemble words and phrases. To me they are somewhat like an artist's collage - disparate elements brought together into a whole. I'm looking forward to your show tomorrow... Jack

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/28/2013 10:09:00 PM

And that damn comment just made my evening, sir. Jack, it takes a real man to see the big picture and cherish it, rather than belittle it. Thankfully, you do not do the latter. I look VERY forward to you tuning in tomorrow! Thank you so very much.

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 9/27/2013 2:55:00 PM

very deep and beautifully penned

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/28/2013 10:03:00 PM

Many thanks, Liam!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/27/2013 10:30:00 AM

Good Morning Drake.

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/27/2013 10:45:00 AM

Buenos dias & happy Friday, Richard! =D

James Marshall Goff

Date: 9/27/2013 5:44:00 AM

whewww!!!!! as Ruben would say..."to mine faves!" gotta print this one.......pour over line by line this wend! thanks! jimmy

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/27/2013 8:48:00 AM

HA! Awesome. :) Thank you so much, Jimbo! I'm very grateful.

Kim Van Breda

Date: 9/27/2013 3:45:00 AM

Hi Drake.. Was hoping you had posted, and it seems you have been busy-- made my day this poem. Your writing is as always so descriptive, avoiding cliché so professionally--"In a whimsical slow dance through Gods Eternity"-- beautiful!!

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/27/2013 8:43:00 AM

I've been busier than I probably need to be. lol Hi, Kim!!!! =D I don't do cliches. They're no good for my complexion. :) Thank you so much!!!

Carrie Richards

Date: 9/26/2013 7:29:00 PM

I always want to read your poems more than once, to make sure I get your full intention.....and my full attention.... You have the ability to say what you mean....no: "ifs, ands or buts" .... I think you hold the prize for telling it like it is.....whether it's painful, or easy on the ears. If only such honesty could be heard in face to face confrontations... I hope whoever she is ....is listening closely....you share your soul.... And tomorrow, you will be the same honest guy! :)

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/26/2013 11:21:00 PM

As they say, "Hate me for who I am or love me for who I am not". If the worst thing about me is that I'm too honest, well...I'd rather be that instead of being too much of a liar or fake. I'm grateful for you seeing me beyond mere words, Carrie. That's what matters at the end of the day. Thank you so much!

Don Johnson

Date: 9/26/2013 6:19:00 PM

deeper thought and bitter pill, sanctioned for the whipporwill, but life is just the puzzle sought, where hearts a pinned butterfly is caught,...oh anguished heart be still, soul seeker wants its fill, poor butterfly is caught, just life's sweet bitter pill, when naut is sometimes ought, until....Don re:"The Same" Drake Eszes

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/26/2013 11:13:00 PM

Don, damn man. =D Color me impressed! Thank you so much!

Ken Carroll

Date: 9/26/2013 2:31:00 PM

Hi Drake, Inked well my friend with rich metaphors and imagery.. Ken

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/26/2013 2:34:00 PM

Hey Ken! Thanks very much for stopping by! :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/26/2013 12:48:00 PM

Good morning Drake.

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/26/2013 2:11:00 PM

Hola, Richard! =D

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/25/2013 11:17:00 PM

you rock with this one in a most melodious way, drake... go dance among the thorns; that's the fire of sweet bliss... yeah, i approve of this one!!..:) huggs

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 11:43:00 PM

Strong perspective on this one, Nette. I can't say I disagree with you. :) Thank you so much!

Russell Sivey

Date: 9/25/2013 8:45:00 PM

We all suffer from thorns, we even get poked by the thorns that we have on ourselves! It takes love to endure thorns, especially those thorns on others! Our hearts are quite thorny too, and envelope pain amongst many, even family members! I really enjoyed reading this tremendous write my friend! You are truly a fantastic poet, I love to read your poetry, quite a magnificent piece, Great work!!

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 11:39:00 PM

Yes, yes it really does. Spot on, Russell. You're way too kind!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/25/2013 4:33:00 PM

profound reflection, Drake. Of course you are right. People seldom really change their colors!! Looking at C.L. Comment below. I am to be admired for staying with one man for 38 years. lots of suffering indeed. hahaha.

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 11:37:00 PM

Quite right! Ha, indeed, Andrea. :) Many thanks to you for stopping by. 38 years, impressive.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/25/2013 12:36:00 PM

Forgot to post my 7!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/26/2013 12:49:00 PM

Thanks for the smile!

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 1:49:00 PM

Here you go! -> 7 <- =D

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/25/2013 12:35:00 PM

Wow you have done it again! you are a Handy Man and a Gardner of Love. I enjoy watching the petals unfold and the essence of your heart being revealed.

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 1:48:00 PM

=D Thank you so much, Richard. This is how I roll.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/25/2013 10:58:00 AM

What is special about friends is that they reach deeper than the thorns and beyond roots and love beneath our beautiful without judging us..Sometimes they re able to give more than We expect.Friends.Special ones i mean remain friends ..They won t change.Their days..moods might be different but how they feel remains the same..Re 'your slow dance"..Hope this friend of yours won t forget her dancing shoes : )and hope she dnt step on your toes 2 hard lol : )Ouch.Very unique writing Drake.Ur poem is gr8

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 1:47:00 PM

You're quite right, yes. Well, this wasn't about a specific person. But, it's always reassuring to know that the friends I DO have will be there like I will for them. Ha, no toe-stepping. :) Thank you, Charmaine!

Eileen Manassian

Date: 9/25/2013 9:45:00 AM

Drake...this is very deep. Every poem that we write, is a piece of your heart laid open wide...A world of vulnerability...a chance taken.....This is beautiful. We all have thorns...Those who love us...even if they have been wounded...will move on past. Sometimes it takes just a bit of time. The assurance of constancy is a healing balm. I enjoyed your write thoroughly. A very deeply touching piece. I applaud you! Catie is so on the money with the caramel comment. My favorite dressing on ice cream.

Poet Tacito
Date: 9/25/2013 1:43:00 PM

I agree, fully. Ha, yeah her caramel comment was not how I expected the 1st comment on my poem to be. :) Your thoughts mean a lot. Thank you so much, Eileen.