For Darren
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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 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.
~ 3rd Place ~ in the "Pick A Friend On Soup" Poetry Contest, Bobby May, Judge & Sponsor.
( For one of the best poets and best people I've ever met at Poetry Soup )
Copyright © Gregory Richard Barden | Year Posted 2017
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