The Poet

The love child 
of inspiration and imagination,
The poet is the spirit of a shaman
walking among us 
but dwelling in the realms 
of speculation and spiritualism…
a wandering spirit from the astral plane.

Nourished by the melancholy light 
of the waning gibbous moon,
He rides the pale tide’s low ebb
thriving on the sandy shores of life
inscribing abiding thoughts on
the sands, stones and winds,
on the hearts, souls and minds.

He's woebegone who disregards
the ever pining spirit of the poet.


~A Brian Strand contest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Krampe Avatar
April 24, 2018 at 7:36 AM
Coming back with congrats!
Mandani Avatar
April 24, 2018 at 9:05 AM
Appreciate much, Agnes. Thanks
Gentry Avatar
April 22, 2018 at 2:12 PM
Congratulations on your win. Lovely interesting phrases. Enjoyed.
Richards Avatar
April 22, 2018 at 11:28 AM
This is an enchanting poem, Abdul! I love your choice of words. "Nourished by the melancholy light"...(and so many more), So lovely! :) Well done!
Gauthier Avatar
April 22, 2018 at 10:46 AM
Lovely, Abdul. A most enjoyable read. Congrats on your win with this gem.
Haight Avatar
April 22, 2018 at 10:31 AM
Wonderful, inspirational imagery, Abdul. I can identify so much with your feelings. Congratulations on your placement on this short list of winners. Sandra
Michael Avatar
April 21, 2018 at 6:34 PM
The vessel must be filled to serve...Nice poem...
Krampe Avatar
April 21, 2018 at 6:33 PM
I love the imagery in your poem, Abdul. Lovely. A fave.
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