Keith Bickerstaffe Poet Verse

Ever After

Seafarers shall be saved, though waves may
deem them dead, lost in the ocean's fray
they shall not perish, nor shall they be afraid
nor falter, though their earthly woes be done.
They shall tame the deep, brave the mighty Charybdis
and win release to heaven's blessed throne.

Nor shall the poor be stilled in death's dark tomb;
they shall enjoy the fruits their earthly span denied
and reap full harvest as they rule the Pleiades!
The lame will mark their years well spent
in painful suffering at the world's behest,
for they will revel with the wild Eumenides!

The realm of death is nothing to be feared,
though sting of loss shall curdle in the breasts
of the deserted they will finally comprehend
true love's eternal message in their hearts;
the special blessing of the ones who heed the call,
the realm of heaven draws all the faithful home.

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Hana Ryusaka March 11, 2009 at 4:02 PM This is just beautiful! Even for those who don't believe in an afterlife... in a heaven. I love the last stanza especially. Thank you for taking the time to comment on Eden!

Jay Loveless March 7, 2009 at 4:14 AM Beautiful. Though im not...strong in faith, i found this quite beautiful. The one thing that scars me about death, is not having an awareness. My mind has always been the one thing i had no matter what, my safe place, im constantly thinking about things and my ideas roam over all subjects. The thought that when I die it will all go away and I'll have no idea whats happening or that im even dead, scares that hell outta me...good job though.Keep it up ~Jese

Robin L. Gass March 3, 2009 at 6:34 AM Absolutely beautiful poetry, Keith. Your words of faith are clear and true in this. So many brilliant phrases and your imagery is wonderful! Awesome work, my talented friend! Love and hugs, Robin

Carolyn Devonshire February 26, 2009 at 7:55 AM Keith, very poignant verse! How well I can relate to the "sting of loss shall curdle in the beasts of the deserted." In a few years, I plan to sail around the world. The sea is a magical place for me and if my life is the price I must pay, I only hope "the deserted" understand why I was compelled to make the voyage. Thanks for your comments on "Robbing the Dead." My sister is beside herself with pain and grief; I worry about her. Love, Carolyn

Michelle Mac Donald February 24, 2009 at 3:23 AM Whoa..the first verse sorta gave me a chill.=/ G'morning Keith! Not such a bad morning here, though I think the sun is having a nebulous struggle getting up. Okay.."death"..endings with new beginnings? However, your beautiful verse gives death a kinder face. Wonderfully penned! Hope all's well with you! I'd better get some poetry posted...I miss my friends in here.:) Best to you....God bless you and yours! Love, Mikki

Mohamed Shokry February 23, 2009 at 6:16 PM Very elegant vocabulary, always my favorite Keith.

February 23, 2009 at 4:01 PM The interesting images convey your thoughts in a creative way. Much to think about here. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Best wishes. Karen

Sharon Winter February 23, 2009 at 12:10 PM Keith, I especially loved the last verse. You are a huge talent. So well written. Love, Shar

Belinda Parish February 23, 2009 at 7:23 AM Another wonderful write Keith. 'The realm of death is nothing to be feared' is so true. I don't think we should fear death because we all know it's inevitable. I added this one to my favorites