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Cry For Wind

Fly so fast, cry for wind
Carry me between your wings
Me, me, tiny, olive skinned
Blood of beggars, blood of kings

Lost forever, never found
Roar your cry across the land
Where the road once walked and wound
Stranded in mountains of sand

Clamp your claws around my waist
‘till my harness groans and falls
You will hold my torso raised
You, impenetrable wall

No giant strong enough to win
Or to grab us from the sky
No demon vile, no sinner's skin
No Cyclops to burn us with his eye

Fly my Harpy, take our dreams 
Kill the bad, the hurt, the sad
Cherish fragile shining beams 
Screech seductively and glad

Fly so fast, cry for wind
Carry me, my love, your wings
Me, me, tiny, olive skinned
You and me are blood of kings

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March 23, 2017 
Copyright © Darren White

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J Hamilton Gist July 26, 2017 at 1:13 PM Deep thought...

Debbie Duncan July 3, 2017 at 2:30 AM Awesome write :) Darren White July 3, 2017 at 4:48 AM I am glad you enjoyed it :)

Gregory Richard Barden April 18, 2017 at 1:53 PM Wonderful write, Darren - whimsical and impactful, but such care taken with the words and phrasing ... I so love writing that is crafted with unique phrasing, but done so NOT for the sake of "unique-ness" itself, but for the flow and rhythm and MOOD of the subject matter - exactly as you have done here. Competency states its own voice, and does so to those who are its master. LOVE this, my friend - a fav for sure! Darren White April 18, 2017 at 2:05 PM Greg, thank you for such a wonderful compliment. In a way this poem wrote itself, I knew what I wanted it to be, the rhythm and all, that followed naturally.. Again, thank you my friend.

Jaymi Stewart April 13, 2017 at 5:30 PM you are such a good writer, and this poem is so good. it really shows alot of emotion and i feel it when i read this. great job and congrats on getting this to top 25 on best new poems list! Darren White April 14, 2017 at 12:00 AM Thank you Jaymi, for your wonderful comment :)

Freddie Robinson Jr. April 11, 2017 at 5:23 AM This powerful poem moved me, Darren. I was moved from inertia to action. This thought enchanting poem awakened my muse, and for that I thank you. A riveting, visceral write. As said by the other talented poets/poetesses ... blood of kings is such a magnificent allegory. I love your beautiful mind. A diamond penned poem. Love and more love to you and yours. Romantic Warrior Darren White April 11, 2017 at 5:38 AM RW, you write the most wonderful comments to my poems, I feel completely humbled, thank you so much :)

Agnes Krampe March 30, 2017 at 8:27 AM Love the image you paint, Darren. "blood of kings" - such a strong phrase that resonates with me. Darren White March 31, 2017 at 12:08 AM It is yes, thank you :)

Anil Deo March 28, 2017 at 5:21 AM This poem sings so beautifully, I did not dwell on the "destruction" here and there. Well done, Darren! The phrase, "blood of kings" resonates in so many ways. Shalom; thanks. Anil Deo Darren White March 30, 2017 at 12:14 AM Thank you, Anil :)

Arthur Vaso March 26, 2017 at 8:06 PM Read this yet again, so nice! Darren White March 30, 2017 at 12:13 AM :)

Sofia Bollinger March 25, 2017 at 9:58 AM Wow!! This is such a heartfelt poem it's so powerful! I appreciate this poem :) thank you Darren White March 25, 2017 at 10:09 AM Thank you so much Sofia, for your kind words :)

Deadd Accountt March 25, 2017 at 12:20 AM 7 and a favorite bro, this is really, really good!!!! Well done man I love the rhythm especially and the flow. Darren White March 25, 2017 at 1:13 AM Wow OP, thank you man, I appreciate that :)

Arthur Vaso March 24, 2017 at 10:32 PM I think it goes without saying, this is ..................POETRY!!! Darren White March 25, 2017 at 1:15 AM Thanks Art, lots! <3

Elizabeth Kinch March 24, 2017 at 2:50 PM A magnificent write Darren and a definite seven. Darren White March 24, 2017 at 2:53 PM Thank you so very much Elizabeth, also for the 7

Sara Ella March 24, 2017 at 4:59 AM Wow! A powerful poem! Cherish fragile shining beams <3 love this beautiful poem <3 Darren White March 24, 2017 at 5:12 AM Thanks my friend :) <3

Maria Williams March 24, 2017 at 4:37 AM Outstanding poem Darren definitely one of your best, and my favorite. In years to come when you are famous, I'll proudly tell everyone, I knew that young brilliant man from Poetry Soup Darren White March 24, 2017 at 4:44 AM Wow, Maria, what a compliment, you silenced me! Thank you :D

White Wolf March 24, 2017 at 12:31 AM This is a real gem of a poem, Duir! The first poem I have read today thus far, and I ask myself...."Do I need more!" Haha. Very inspirational indeed my friend. Darren White March 24, 2017 at 12:38 AM Hah, Budgie, thank you! That's a wonderful compliment.

Tim Smith March 23, 2017 at 8:44 PM Kill the bad, the hurt, the sad and fly free my friend. Darren White March 24, 2017 at 12:37 AM *nod* Yes, I will, Thank you my friend :)

Adeniji Toluwalope Gideon March 23, 2017 at 7:17 PM This is indeed a masterclass, Darren. Thank you for sharing this. Indeed therapeutic a poem to my soul. Darren White March 24, 2017 at 12:36 AM Adeniji, thank you for your kind and inspirational words :)

Sunlite Wanter March 23, 2017 at 6:38 PM Over all I have loved your poetry, and especially this one. A 7! Darren White March 24, 2017 at 12:35 AM I am very happy with both your comment, and the 7 :)

Lisa Ricci March 23, 2017 at 6:13 PM Dear Darren. Good Evening. Wherever you receive your beauty and grace may it remain with you always. Oh my goodness this is wonderful. And yes, cry for wind to sail and glide. You are amazing Darren. It was an honor and privilege to read and see this entry. Well done in its entirety. Have a wonderful night. Darren White March 24, 2017 at 12:34 AM Thank you Lisa, good morning. I am very happy you like this, and that you could see and feel the wind :)

Kim Rodrigues March 23, 2017 at 4:52 PM What an awesome write! 7+ Darren White March 23, 2017 at 4:54 PM Oh, Kim, thank you so very much :)

Jan Allison March 23, 2017 at 4:37 PM I agree with Chris you are flying high Darren and it is a joy to see your incredible creativity blossom since you joined us here. Love the impact of the repeated phrase:-) hugs Jan xx Darren White March 23, 2017 at 4:39 PM Thank you so much Jan, I know you can see as no other how my poetic development has been :)

Chris Green March 23, 2017 at 4:18 PM You are soaring ever higher with this one my friend. Your poetic wings have captured the air of creativity so wonderfully. Bravo Darren. Darren White March 23, 2017 at 4:23 PM Thank you Chris, I wish to fly, maybe one day who knows :)