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Departed Friendships

For Linda, Freddie, Chan, & others that meant something true to us…

Another departure…

Another wistful teardrop
Embracing yesterday’s candid goodbye

No longer can we touch their physical soul. 

But, we
Can keep amnesia’s accented clef at bay

Holding their voice beyond new tomorrows

…

It is the triangle of life’s conundrum
When we slow dance with the arms of Why
The breaths of How
The misunderstood elegance of inevitabilities

We are taught the 2 guarantees of life: Death & Taxes

Yet, only one really means more to us
Within sunrise’s incipience

We hold convex reflections with incandescent sadness.

Yet, time allows opportunity to fly higher than God’s perspective
EVEN through our limited wisdoms
While we cherish
Remember
The Candles in our wind

…

I whisper silent prayers for our friends, family, & colleagues that now SOAR WITHIN!

For they may no longer be in front of you & I...

They are
And always shall be

By
Our 
Side

©Drake J. Eszes

 I was honored to have Chan on our Stand As 1 show back in March 2014. It was a deeply memorable show. You can listen to how it all went down here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/standas1/2014/03/16/stand-as-1-returns-wspecial-guest-that-archaic-poet

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Robert Lindley

June 13, 2017 at 12:06 PM

AGAIN YOUR DEPTH, BEAUTIFUL VERSES AWE ME! Such truth and treasure your poems are... I see so much to learn from reading your gifts ...A great fav...

Heather Ober

September 8, 2015 at 1:06 PM

Absolutely beautiful, touching, moving. "When we slow dance with the arms of Why" - phenomenal line! A fave for me.

Heather Ober

September 8, 2015 at 5:16 PM

Aww thank you :) I have been meaning to get back on here for ages, but my personal life has been really hectic. So happy to finally be back!

Poet Tacito

September 8, 2015 at 3:53 PM

Many, many thanks, Heather!! SO f-ing cool to see you around here! :D

Wilma Neels

March 13, 2015 at 12:07 PM

Beautiful tribute to gems of the poetry world Drake.. this made me smile today remembering their contribution to our world and for the memories they left behind..

Poet Tacito

March 13, 2015 at 1:37 PM

Yes, truly truly....sigh.

Laura Breidenthal

January 23, 2015 at 6:08 PM

...your poetry goes beyond yourself and has a very universal feel to it. it is one thing I really admire about your work, as well as the style and the unique expressions throughout. Always, Laura

Poet Tacito

March 13, 2015 at 1:36 PM

<3 much, much respect to you, Laura. Hope to reconnect w/you again soon!

Laura Breidenthal

January 23, 2015 at 6:07 PM

AWESOME piece, I love this...my favorite lines:It is the triangle of life’s conundrum When we slow dance with the arms of Why The breaths of How The misunderstood elegance of inevitabilities "...best lines I've heard for quite some time. A very touching and philosophical piece touching base on the fact that things simply do not last....and many things aren't guaranteed

Poet Tacito

March 13, 2015 at 1:37 PM

(Blush) You're super duper awesome, Laura. :) No guarantees other than this moment. For that, I thank you...

Richard Lamoureux

January 16, 2015 at 6:31 PM

I was just reading an old comment from Chan, it made me smile. Fortunately Freddie is still among the living although he has been somewhat absent from the soup.

Poet Tacito

March 13, 2015 at 1:35 PM

<3 Miss you sir!

Courtney Courtney

January 15, 2015 at 9:09 PM

nice Drake Mourning goes on for so long and hurts so much hope it gets you through to another better time

Poet Tacito

March 13, 2015 at 1:36 PM

Agreed & understood. Here's hoping. Thanks, Courtney.

Nette Onclaud

January 8, 2015 at 1:44 AM

drakey, been a while.. where are you hiding?.. may I have the pleasure of another smashing work from you like this one... you are missed... thanks for the bday greetings!.. huggs

Poet Tacito

January 8, 2015 at 5:57 AM

Funny enough, not "hiding". Just "occupied". lol You're so missed too. Perhaps something new soon enough. :D

Charmaine Chircop

January 7, 2015 at 1:54 PM

Hey..Hope you're here for good.All soupers miss your poems and good friendship.Have a happy new year my good friend.

Poet Tacito

January 7, 2015 at 2:03 PM

James Marshall Goff

December 28, 2014 at 5:34 AM

Loved the timeless inspiration spoken well! Drake! Wanted to stop by and say hey! Jimbo

Poet Tacito

January 7, 2015 at 1:05 PM

My good man, Jimbo! You are missed sir! I absolutely appreciate it all! :D

Monterey Sirak

December 24, 2014 at 7:18 AM

Wishing you a very merry Christmas, Drake!

Poet Tacito

January 7, 2015 at 1:05 PM

Darling Monterey, I hope things are good with you and that you had a wonderful Xmas & New Year. Also, thank you for saying Xmas and not happy holidays. ;)

Scott Thirtyseven

December 16, 2014 at 6:53 AM

So well written.

Poet Tacito

January 7, 2015 at 1:04 PM

Thank you so much, Scott! :)

Timothy Hicks

November 25, 2014 at 3:55 PM

So happy to see you back writing new stuff! And what a beautiful piece this is. It both mourns for the tragic loss and yet exalts the beauty of the life-in-the-next. Your poetry is always powerful, but what I loved about this one is that most every line was clear to me, even with your unusual metaphors. "The misunderstood elegance of inevitabilities." I've always been a preacher of liberty, but this gave me pause - while your conclusion was thoughtful and comforting.

Poet Tacito

January 7, 2015 at 1:04 PM

You rock, Tim. Your very thoughtful commentary & feedback is always rejuvenating for me. Thank you so much!

Richard Lamoureux

November 14, 2014 at 6:27 PM

Very moving my friend. Sorry for the delay in reading. I had the pleasure of knowing Chan and Freddie, both were true individuals and their absence is felt. I am not sure if Freddie is truy gone, (I hope not but time will tell). It was nice to have you visit the other day. It is also good to have you back writing.

Poet Tacito

January 7, 2015 at 1:03 PM

You are missed, sir. Thank you for this...so much. :)

Monterey Sirak

November 14, 2014 at 9:56 AM

Drake this is an amazing and emotional tribute. I always pick up on something, some line that resonates. Here it is, "slow dance with the arms of Why" When we get stuck wanting why? answered I picture a sedate box step that always leads us back to where we started. We should be doing a two-step or fox trot that builds in momentum to a glorious stomp dance that celebrates the amazing lives of those who have gone, and keep dancing to show them what we can do while holding onto their memories.

Poet Tacito

November 14, 2014 at 10:13 AM

Spot on, Monterey. I think after the reflection & embracing of memories shared with that person who has departed from this Earth, we should celebrate where they're going next. Personally, I feel that is the key to truly keeping them within our souls. Thank you so much!

Kelly Deschler

November 13, 2014 at 2:54 AM

We only knew Chan for about a year, but in that short time he sure made a lasting impression on all of us. He will certainly be missed. And, as you've said, life does go on, though the past is always close by.... This was an uplifting and tender write, Drake. A very beautiful tribute for those friends we've lost.

Poet Tacito

November 14, 2014 at 10:11 AM

Yes, he absolutely did. Many kind thanks to you, Kelly.

Demetrios Trifiatis

November 11, 2014 at 8:08 AM

Your verse soars alongside the souls of the departed to heights unknown! Death, my friend is: A celestial pillow upon which the soul rests for a while, dreaming of the life to come! Great to see you writing a poem after so long! Drake, the month of August has long passed!

Poet Tacito

November 11, 2014 at 9:49 AM

So, so true!!!!!!!!!! Thank you, Demetrios! I am grateful, like always for your thoughts. Yes, August has passed...but, I have plans. :) We'll be in touch soon.