Sally Eslinger Poet Free verse

Tears

“TEARS”       


Tears from the heart
Should pass golden over the cheeks,
Not clear, for perhaps they should be seen
For the truth of their founding ache,
Visible in the least at their
Moment in the alchemy of feelings,
More potent than chemistry alone—
Dwelling like unseen
Particles of dust on a butterfly’s wings,
And less forgettable than this morning’s sunrise.
Still, with a head lifted in prayer, the gold
Will stream back to the heart
With its glistening spread over the soul,
And its forming love re-casting
Its fine, elegant links stronger than before.
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(C) sally Young Eslinger 2020
Thanks be to God

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FJ Thomas January 23, 2021 at 7:17 AM Regina said it perfectly; a beautifully tranquil poem Sally. The 3rd line is one that resonates with me. Lovely Sally :)

Sl Davis October 16, 2020 at 6:54 PM Beautifully written awesome poem. I enjoyed reading it.

Regina Mcintosh October 16, 2020 at 2:48 PM A lovely and tranquil write... so satisfying, vivid, and almost as warm as a embrace from the heart of a loved one. Beautiful, intimate and brilliantly done. Love it. God bless you dear friend