for Darren - repost
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* I wrote this in my second year here for ‘Darren White’, for he impressed me in so many ways, but mostly as a friend. I lost touch with him over the last couple of years and just learned of his passing, so I am re-posting in his honor. Rest In Peace, Hazza … I’m honored to have known you. *
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Some people you meet ...
creep their way into your being
like a kitten chasing shadows and dust
the pounce FAR more important than the prey
little bits of things ephemeral -
intangible emotions and markers that
mean little in-and-of themselves
but all-in-all have a life, recombinant
and a spirit abiding ... gracious.
Quietly, gently, step-by-step
they climb the spiral to your heart's keep
no hurry, for the sake of surety
and without pretense …
so you'll know JUST who they are and not
mistake the glint of their character and care.
'Tis a steady and pure ascent, for they
are of integral station and sincerity -
honoring kindness and truth and love
and attending candor as the treasure YOU do.
Oh, a special place awaits them at the
top of the stair - a soft, deep seat in the sun …
where a person can warm their heart with conversation
and where two friends can talk all things poetic
in the calm and quiet corners of the day.
You are locked away in that roundtower, my friend,
and whatever this life may bring
I shall wait patiently for that chat -
rain or sun, the tea shall be hot
and the words will find themselves ...
in good company.
Copyright © Gregory Richard Barden | Year Posted 2024
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