On Walt and Langston

“On Walt and Langston” “On Leaves of Grass” 1,000 Lines 1,000 Lives 1,000 Views 1,000 Scenes 1,000 Thoughts 1,000 Dreams 1,000 Themes A man of many themes and dreams, Now I understand. “On Walt” I took a journey today. I took a walk with Walt. He showed me his many scenes. He painted me a million songs. I bathed in his simplicity; Burned his thoughts in my soul I took a walk today, To untie his many knots. “On Dreams” I had a dream. It came in a midnight jolt, Forgotten, when I woke. I’m reaching out, Am I, but a barren field? “On Langston” I met up with Mr. Hughes today; Sat beside him for awhile We spoke of trials and errors, Of places, things and lives. As I toured the pages of his life I understood that he had seen Much more than I. A man of many sights and sorrows, Now I understand.