How I Met Your Mother

Kids,
I once vacationed in the company of silence,
It was an unconscious scene bestowed upon
me;
Although I had a calling that answered my 
purpose, 
A myth of joy existed outside this career, 
I was left drowning in limbo, without an 
excuse; 
But there was a witness, who studied my trail 
without cause, 
And without apprehension, she helped to resurrect the 
the location of destiny; 
Allow me to reminisce on such. 

For it was in a previous portrait, that I encountered 
a dozen roses; 
Of these that I held, there were none that exceeded 
a brief touch,
A momentary scent that never returns; 
Now understand with this expression, it is not a
boast I intend to create, 
For I was seeking that gentle grip, in hopes of it never 
departing;
I continued a cold failure, never realizing the warmth of 
victory that smiled ahead. 

I settled on the peak of solitude, as my faith passed
away in obscurity, 
And yet, beyond these frozen eyes, there existed a 
narration of fate, waiting for my company; 
For you see kids, I’ve walked past the casual frame 
of your mother, 
And misplaced my sight, I’ve missed her spirit by 
petty inches, 
And when there was a vision of opportunity, my space
was occupied with trivial games. 

Then one day, I discovered a possession that linked 
heaven and earth forever, 
An umbrella your mother left abandoned; 
And yet, it was through her innocent misfortune, 
That I discovered her abstract songs, played upon
by the perfect key, 
Her heart that sits in prosperity, from the charity of 
deeds, 
A collection of beauty, your mother gracefully 
owns; 
By the time we crossed into cupid’s lair, I knew 
already, the verses of duality were written true, 
And with that, the perfect stranger discarded her 
title, 
Leading Renee into popularity; 
Hello became the endless quote, we spoiled into 
memory. 

As the task of life left this page briefly open, 
I responded with a mutual exit, confirming these 
lips of joy, 
And with revelations of challenge forever slayed,  
I peacefully fell, forever breathless.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Widjanarko Avatar
May 26, 2015 at 9:34 AM
Woow, I loved the show, and I loved your poem too :) a deep one, and you really caught the sadness. Thank you for the visit before in my "Black Note" page, wishing you a great day :) hug, yanny
Clemons Avatar
May 26, 2015 at 4:10 PM
Thank You, Yanny.
Lamoureux Avatar
January 2, 2015 at 9:37 AM
I am a fan of the show as well. My son got me into it. I like how you have told the story in dramatic romantic verse. When you have a chance come back and check out some more of mine, there may be a few to your liking.
Clemons Avatar
May 26, 2015 at 4:10 PM
Thank you Richard.
Thompson Avatar
July 3, 2014 at 8:32 PM
Jiril, this is such a beautifully written piece. You tell the story of your love for your wife so well. I enjoyed this piece through and through. TFS friend Jess :)
Clemons Avatar
July 3, 2014 at 10:27 PM
Thank you Jessica. This was actually a tribute to the TV show of the same title. Appreciate the love though. Peace
Corazon Avatar
May 20, 2014 at 3:30 PM
I'm a sucker for love stories and this is gripping and romantic in a sweet "let's cuddle" sort of way.... I love it. (I'm a horrible critic, so I just give my opinion).
Clemons Avatar
May 20, 2014 at 5:05 PM
Thank You Princess. Appreciate the love.
Chircop Avatar
March 2, 2014 at 3:52 PM
I love the story you created here..of a man meeting the lady of his life and sharing with his kids..the experience of meeting their morher,Makes me want to know more.. lovely lovely post..and tnks for stopping by my humble verse B-)
Clemons Avatar
March 2, 2014 at 4:49 PM
Thanks Charmaine. Appreciate the love.
Van Akkeren Avatar
March 1, 2014 at 9:15 PM
Hi Jiril, as Promised i have since read several of your works. I find it difficult to choose a favorite, most are very well written and colouful and enticing to read...well done Cheers huberta
Clemons Avatar
March 1, 2014 at 9:21 PM
Wow, Thanks Huberta. Appreciate the love.
Macfarlane Avatar
March 1, 2014 at 6:01 PM
I love this show...an awesome ending you have penned here, be sweet if they used yours. Terrific write and win! Hugs
Clemons Avatar
March 1, 2014 at 6:08 PM
Thanks Cecilia. Appreciate the love.
A  Avatar
February 26, 2014 at 9:26 PM
Jiril, thank you for setting the music and the mood with your winning. Poem. Congratulations:) Take Care ~SKAT~
Clemons Avatar
February 27, 2014 at 12:02 AM
Thanks SKAT! Appreciate it.
Mehta Avatar
February 24, 2014 at 3:53 AM
Enjoyed your write on mood music and congrats on the win,jiril
Clemons Avatar
February 24, 2014 at 3:34 PM
Thanks Dr. Ram. Appreciate the love.
Harper Avatar
February 24, 2014 at 12:30 AM
Congratulations on your win Jiril--this was a really tough batch to judge, all so well written. I appreciated yours for your specificity and sense of story. Thanks for entering my contest.
Clemons Avatar
February 24, 2014 at 3:34 PM
Thanks Sheir. Appreciate the love, feels great to win, Thank you for the opportunity.
Clemons Avatar
February 24, 2014 at 3:34 PM
I mean Sheri
Melugin Avatar
February 20, 2014 at 10:19 AM
Excellent Jiril 7 The show goes on! Your artistic talent is showcased! My best, chuck
Clemons Avatar
February 20, 2014 at 1:10 PM
Thanks Chuck. Appreciate the love.
Walker  Avatar
February 7, 2014 at 8:42 PM
A meeting of the minds... Well written... Verlena
Clemons Avatar
February 7, 2014 at 9:04 PM
Thanks Verlena. Appreciate the love.
Goff Avatar
February 7, 2014 at 12:18 AM
That I discovered her abstract songs, played upon by the perfect key...moves my mind the cool way I like a good poem to do, Jiril! Many other lines too! Good work! Jimbo
Clemons Avatar
February 7, 2014 at 4:25 PM
Thanks. James Appreciate the love.
Manassian Avatar
February 6, 2014 at 7:47 PM
Lovely poem.. I've seen a couple of episodes but never found out how in the end he did meet their mother! It was an umbrella that did it, eh? wow! You have a fantastic command of language. I liked the way you made the words dance on this write. Great work
Clemons Avatar
February 6, 2014 at 8:24 PM
Thank You Eileen!! Actually, they haven't revealed how they officially meet yet, BUT being that it's in its final eight episodes, I decided to write a poem on the show, and its premise.
Watson Avatar
February 6, 2014 at 7:37 PM
Like others I've never heard of the show but I came to read a poem and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit , Thank you
Clemons Avatar
February 6, 2014 at 8:23 PM
Thanks Darren.
Carrillo Avatar
February 3, 2014 at 9:33 PM
WOW! what a nice stort/poem you have here. I really enjoyed reading it tonight. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla
Clemons Avatar
February 3, 2014 at 9:40 PM
Thanks Lucilla. Appreciate the love.
Sergi Avatar
January 31, 2014 at 7:57 AM
Sorry about that, Jifril. But then , I never watched , How I met your Mother.
Clemons Avatar
January 31, 2014 at 2:26 PM
It's okay.
A  Avatar
January 30, 2014 at 8:17 PM
wow! now that's a poem, with a very fine story... Like the show, I love the show... SKAT
Clemons Avatar
January 30, 2014 at 8:33 PM
Thanks Skat. Appreciate the love.
Sergi Avatar
January 30, 2014 at 5:03 PM
Hi Jiril: A beautifully worded poem as a tribute to your wife and for your children's posterity. I salute you!
Clemons Avatar
January 30, 2014 at 5:56 PM
Thanks Ralph. It's actually a tribute to the show, How I met your mother. Appreciate the love.
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