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Of Dreams

From the confines of this, as safe a harbor my needs afford, 
     I began my journey.  
     
     My mind leapt to scale these walls of raveled thoughts
     into shapes and colors I have no claim too, for places never seen,
     at a pace to thrust a lifetime into moments
     with burgeoning fears that it may end without the end
     that lends any credence to reality.

     I share no hope of altering its heaving arrogant breath of fear,
     of joy, of pleasure, of mischief, of pain and loss.
     It was if I could touch the chill and at the same time
     share the wonder of its warmth.

     This dream, the rarest of possessions, never shared,
     was for a moment as clear as the first ray of sunlight.
     
     As I dare open my eyes, it was gone.
     Leaving me with only a faint and distant memory
     like the soft echo of sweet perfume 
     and the tragedy of loves lost.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Williams Gault Avatar
June 10, 2016 at 8:30 AM
You've taken something abstract, and through use of such beautifully tangible description, you've made it concrete. Awesome!
Neumann Avatar
May 30, 2016 at 3:35 AM
That is awesome indeed. I like the flow and the seemingly contradicting complements.
Smith Avatar
May 30, 2016 at 8:30 AM
Your comments are so kind, thank you Kai Michael...
Makama Avatar
May 23, 2016 at 12:52 PM
Wow! This is awesome, awesome and so awesome. This piece is heartfelt and deeper than deep.
Smith Avatar
May 23, 2016 at 9:32 PM
Thank you so much Funom...
Hagy Avatar
May 22, 2016 at 7:17 PM
Lovely write... I have had some very unique dream experiences as well. The best ones never seem to last long enough.
Smith Avatar
May 22, 2016 at 7:40 PM
They never seem to do they? Thanks for the visit Chris...
Rigoler Avatar
May 22, 2016 at 8:56 AM
Beautifully expressed, Charlie! And a great last stanza! Dreams are mysterious invaders of the mind. How they manifest themselves science nor psychology have yet to explain. Thank you for stopping by. Best to you in your writing endeavors. / M
Smith Avatar
May 22, 2016 at 7:38 PM
Very kind of you to pay me a visit Maurice, I appreciate your encouragement...
Smith Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 2:27 PM
Thank you Richard...
Lamoureux Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 9:05 AM
Well worth rereading! Have a great Sunday!!
Smith Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 2:27 PM
Thank you Richard...
Callus Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 7:10 AM
A lovely poem accompanied by an equally delightful picture, Charlie. The land of dreams is hard to describe, even though we've been there many times. Hardly ever the same scenery and emotions; sometimes I wonder if I am supposed to be there at all, or if I'm an intruder!! ~ Regards // paul
Fiery Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 11:40 PM
You are a dreamer Paul! I agree with what charlie said....hugs ~ red...who is dreaming now ~`~~`~~``~~``~~``~```````
Smith Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 7:25 AM
I think we all have the same experiences but with varying emotions that make them uniquely personal. I, for one, don't believe dreams can truly be analyzed by others because memories of what happens in them fade so quickly. Thanks for the visit Paul...
Leiser Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 4:43 PM
Wonderful dream expressions here on your poem, Charlie! A pleasure to read today :)
Smith Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 7:21 PM
Thank you Laura...
Smith Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 7:18 PM
Richards Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 10:02 AM
Some dreams become such personal adventures, that they are too hard to put into words, but you have made them as if you have been away, another lifetime ago. Lovely poem, Charlie!
Smith Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 10:09 AM
They are adventures Carrie,ones with no predictable outcome. Thank you for the kind words...
Fiery Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 9:59 AM
You have some fantastic words and phrases too...burgeoning fears, raveled thoughts...these words can evoke a lot emotions ...Faving this my friend ...A 7 too...cheers ! Redfiery
Smith Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 10:06 AM
I've missed you Ms. Red, thanks for re-visiting, Charlie...
Haight Avatar
May 13, 2016 at 2:03 PM
A very beautiful poem, Charlie. Yes, dreams have a mind of their own and come and go at will, sometimes leaving us wanting more when they suddenly end with no real end. Nicely done. 7, Sandra
Smith Avatar
May 13, 2016 at 2:38 PM
Thank you Sandra...
Dietrich Avatar
May 10, 2016 at 3:35 PM
a very thoughtful one. I loved that last stanza. The whole poem is beautiful
Smith Avatar
May 10, 2016 at 7:11 PM
Thank you Andrea...
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2016 at 8:02 AM
Very moving!
Smith Avatar
May 10, 2016 at 11:05 AM
Thank You Richard...
La France Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 7:54 PM
beautifully penned, wonderful and I love it
Smith Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 8:07 PM
Thank you Broken Wings...
Ashe Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 2:43 PM
This write is literally what dreams are made of! How many times "as I dared open my eyes" and "it was gone" have I wanted to close them again and recapture where it left off!!!! This is so relatable and precise! And yes, these are the "rarest of possessions!" EVER!!!
Smith Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 7:40 PM
We've all shared these feelings in wonder of what might have been, for just a few more precious moments of a dream. Thank you Walter, your coments are always a joy to receive...
Aniagyei Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 1:24 PM
Chilling piece, Charlie....... Enjoyed this
Smith Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 1:51 PM
Thank you Wilfred for your kind response. It's always a pleasure to be in touch with a new (to me) poet. Hope to earn another reply in the future. Kindest regards, Charlie...
Andresen Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 11:56 AM
- Dream more beautiful dreams, Charlie :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Smith Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 1:14 PM
Sunflowers conjure beautiful dreams, thanks Anne-Lise..
Onclaud Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 11:47 AM
such a sweet dream with lovely images, charlie... greaat work!..huggs
Smith Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 11:50 AM
Thank You Nette...
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