Darren White Poet Free verse

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Read Tim Smith's beautiful reply to my poem here:

https://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/daydream_dancing_899433

Never Stop Dancing

I am the diamond
     that breathes 
     in your hands;
The fine lace to sway in
     breezes through windows
     as I crumble dedans la pirouette;
The cyclone, the earthquake,
     implosion of power
     in your arms.

          Spin me a room,
          Weave me a rainbow,
          Pull me to you and
          push me away.
          Burn me, absorb me.

I tumble, trip, fall, 
     to be lifted by you,
     elevated, levitated;
Finest rags, softest fringe,
     ripple around 
     last evening light;
Raise me slowly
     on tiptoes;
Rescue me, scream my name
     loud.

          Spin me your laughter,
          Catch me, don't drop me,
          Pull me to you,
          never push me away.
          Dance, don't stop.

Never stop.

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May 10, 2017 
Copyright © Darren White

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Karen Jones October 17, 2021 at 10:22 PM Enchanting write

J Hamilton Gist July 26, 2017 at 1:10 PM Vividly picturesque! Nice! Darren White July 31, 2017 at 5:13 AM Thank you very much :)

Afzal Nusker July 10, 2017 at 10:46 PM I envy you, Darren. Your skill to write a poem with such depth & beauty is brilliant. Darren White July 10, 2017 at 11:19 PM You honor me Afzal, thank you so much for such a wonderful compliment!

Sudarsan Mishro July 8, 2017 at 7:52 PM Is it life,or the present moment or the job in your hand or the love-just yours that shakes you through these forceful words to utilise it the best to make it fully meaningful?Marvellous imagery,tremendous appeal,excellent selection of words and masterly presentation. Darren White July 9, 2017 at 1:42 AM What a wonderful comment, thank you so very much :)

Roy Pett June 29, 2017 at 3:51 PM Watching the video I say never stop dancing and reading your poem I say never stop writing, absolutely brilliant Darren, so talented. :)) Darren White June 30, 2017 at 2:27 AM Thanks Roy. So happy you like this :D

Jenifer Jeyaseelan June 28, 2017 at 12:32 AM Hi Darren! That's really lovely..... Darren White June 28, 2017 at 5:30 AM Thanks once again Jenifer!

Okunsebor Williams June 27, 2017 at 1:12 PM This is pure artistry. Well painted with perfect punning. Expressed as if in the moment. Lovely Darren White June 28, 2017 at 5:30 AM Wonderful comment, thank you :)

Eve Roper June 27, 2017 at 12:33 PM superb write, Darren ~* Darren White June 28, 2017 at 5:30 AM Thank you so much, Eve!

Bl Devnath June 2, 2017 at 2:05 PM Excellent poem read from you my lovely friend. Congrats being in the list of best poems. Loved always, bl Darren White June 2, 2017 at 2:54 PM Bl, thank you so very much :)

Connie Marcum Wong May 30, 2017 at 11:57 PM Your fantastic poem melds with the music and becomes one with the dance, inspired by the art of both poetry and dance Darren! I could feel your love of both in this remarkable poem! 7 ; ) Darren White May 31, 2017 at 12:05 AM Connie, thank you so very much for liking my poem, and for the invisible 7 :D

Paul Dandrea May 25, 2017 at 7:13 PM Darren. The poem is a fine piece of work that holds its own with the gifted dancers, choreography and music. Thank you for the lovely experience. Darren White May 31, 2017 at 12:04 AM Oh Paul, I only find your comment now :) Thank you!

Darlene De Beaulieu May 23, 2017 at 1:40 PM Wow! Darren.I enjoyed the video.The poem goes well with the video. Darren White May 23, 2017 at 2:05 PM Beautiful, that video, isn't it :) Thank you!

Jean Murray May 22, 2017 at 11:29 AM Such opposing images. A poetic kaelidoscope. Darren White May 22, 2017 at 11:45 AM Thanks Jean, hope you liked it :)

Paulette Calasibetta May 22, 2017 at 7:29 AM Jete, Jete, Jete! Beautiful! Darren White May 22, 2017 at 8:01 AM Jeté battu :) Thanks Paulette :)

Paul Callus May 16, 2017 at 10:59 AM Beautiful and emotional. Dancing through life on the wings of inspiration. Impressive and expressive words which tempt the reader to join in this 'dance'. #7+ Regards // paul Darren White May 16, 2017 at 11:05 AM Thank you so very much for the compliment Paul, and for the 7 :)

Gary Bateman May 12, 2017 at 12:11 PM Hello Darren, Beautifully done and masterfully articulated. Full of power and wonder. Superb Work. And, Never Stop Dancing!! A FAVE IN MY BOOK!! Cheers and Best, Gary Darren White May 12, 2017 at 1:24 PM Gary, thank you so very much for your wonderful compliment. I will never stop dancing with words :)

Agnes Krampe May 11, 2017 at 9:23 PM This is wonderful, Darren. Never stop dancing in your poetry. Darren White May 11, 2017 at 11:41 PM Agnes, thank you :)

Maria Williams May 10, 2017 at 11:24 PM The diamond breathing in your hand!! How beautiful is that? Darren you have excelled yourself and put in a magnificent combination of your great words , music and dance. A treat for all the senses. Thank you so much A Master 7+++ Darren White May 11, 2017 at 12:03 AM Maria, thank you :) also for the 7. For me dance, music and poetry is inseparable, and I hope this poem brought the three together.

Sara Ella May 10, 2017 at 11:19 PM so beautiful Darren :) You are the graceful one with words and emotions <3 Never stop!!! Darren White May 11, 2017 at 12:01 AM Necver stop :) <3

Arthur Vaso May 10, 2017 at 9:08 PM Very beautiful Darren, off to see Tims!! Darren White May 11, 2017 at 12:00 AM His is incredibly beautiful!

Emile Pinet May 10, 2017 at 7:23 PM The words are magical and beautifully expressed in a sea of swirling phrases that dance upon the tongue and page. Emile. Darren White May 11, 2017 at 12:00 AM Emile, thank you so much, that's a great compliment :)

Akkina Downing May 10, 2017 at 6:41 PM A magnificent spin. It's just wowing my breath. How can I not love it. I fave it a lot. By the by I read Tim's and it was just as beautiful... Hugs :) Kina Darren White May 10, 2017 at 11:59 PM Kina, thank you so very much! And I am happy you like Tim's so muc, it is beautiful :)

Carol B. May 10, 2017 at 4:00 PM Breathtaking sums it up for me!! This deserves a 10. :) Darren White May 10, 2017 at 11:57 PM Heh, Carol, thank you for your wonderful compliment :)

Lisa Ricci May 10, 2017 at 1:58 PM Hi Darren. Thank you for saying so and I know it is. Expressions and emotions that touch and reach the soul. I hope you accomplished all that you needed to accomplish today. PS: it is I who thank you. Have a wonderful night. -- hugs -- Darren White May 10, 2017 at 2:35 PM Thanks my friend :) I am off to bed now.

Lisa Ricci May 10, 2017 at 1:45 PM Please stay seated Darren and let me ramble. I will forever say and believe poetry is all about expression and emotion. And yes, the same applies to dance for dance expresses emotions and feelings as well. However, I don't have to tell you that for you know that better than I. You most beautifully and most powerfully expressed yourself here with emotion being present and felt. Congratulations on all aspects of artistry here Darren. You are amazing. It has been an honor. Keep expressing Darren White May 10, 2017 at 1:54 PM I sit here in my chair, and I love hearing you ramble :) Dance, music and poetry are one thing for me, almost inseparable, and you understand that well. Thank you my friend <3

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