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Author's Notes: I just completed "Twilight Whispers" earlier today. It started out as a "fun-write" of sorts, but then I discovered a special metaphor concerning "whisper-like tones" to describe the conversation between the couple in the poem as they walked slowly along in this lush forest. With the couple's whisper-like tones, I was then able to liken their signification to a type of ethereal reality of a "mythic rhythm," which became a sort of magical convergence factor for the "souls of the couple" and the "spirits of the forest" to essentially become one toward the end. This particular moment, for me, metaphorically pointed to a type of "spiritual epiphany." At least, this was my eventual conclusion as this verse unfolded over time. (Gary Bateman - October 5, 2018) (Free Verse)

Thematic Categories: allegory, destiny, dream, imagery, metaphor, spiritual, and symbolism.

Twilight Whispers

Twilight Whispers

Our whispers during twilight,
highlight a mystical moment
of owl-light during our special
walk together in this lush forest.

This moment captures for us a
period of true tranquility where
issues, problems, and other earthly
worries carry no weight, no penalty.

Holding hands now, we walk slowly,
whilst gently speaking to one another
in whisper-like tones bespeaking a
mythic rhythm now that’s one with
our souls and the spirits of this forest.

Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved
October 5, 2018 (Free Verse)

allegorydestinydreamimagerymetaphorfree verse

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Vladislav Raven

October 24, 2018 at 10:34 AM

Hi Gary, this is such a wonderful write. I always feel such peace when I am one with nature. Your beautiful write does let me feel this same peace. Peace does sing from your pen. A fave. Have a wonderful Wednesday. Your friend always....Mike.

Gary Bateman

October 24, 2018 at 12:12 PM

Hello Mike, Great to hear from you again so soon!! (I am still down here in Stuttgart until 28 Jan when I travel back home in northern Germany.) I am very pleased to hear that you like Twilight Whispers and its timeless message of nature, peace, and serenity. And thanks too for the FAVE!! (I will be in touch later too via e-mail!!) Cheers and Best Always, Gary

CayCay Godwin

October 16, 2018 at 3:26 AM

Beautiful and a reminder that without nature, we might forget and lose touch with who we really are - human beings not human doings. A joy to read. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Gary Bateman

October 16, 2018 at 1:29 PM

Hello CayCay, Many Thanks for your gracious comments here and you're spot-on observation about the paramount importance of nature. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed this particular verse of mine!! Poetry Hugs in Return!! Cheers, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen

October 10, 2018 at 1:37 PM

- A peaceful trip ... carefree and relaxing - Let your mind flow with nature's delights - A beautiful and romantic poem, Gary :) - Best wishes to you and Ingrid :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gary Bateman

October 10, 2018 at 2:51 PM

Hello Dear Anne-Lise!! Many Thanks for your read and gracious comments here. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed this particular verse. Best Wishes to you from Ingrid and me!! Cheers!! Gary

Eve Roper

October 7, 2018 at 5:17 PM

There is something about the serenity of a forest and all nature that lives within its walls. Beautiful write, Gary..

Gary Bateman

October 7, 2018 at 5:30 PM

Many Thanks Eve!! I'm very pleased you enjoyed my latest write here. The serenity of a forest and the peace it brings is a true wonder and magnificence for sure. Best Always, Gary

Tom Cunningham

October 6, 2018 at 7:29 AM

What a beautiful image you have created Gary, a place that soothes the soul and the worries and stresses of life are for a time, forgotten. Tom.

Gary Bateman

October 7, 2018 at 2:14 PM

Hello Tom, Many Thanks for your great comment and observations here!! Beyond the imagery of my poem, I sometimes even conjure this particular image in my mind, in times of stress, which can help me to relax, and to rebalance and refocus my efforts for the rest of the day. Best Always!! Gary

Connie Marcum Wong

October 6, 2018 at 4:05 AM

When we are surrounded by nature we become a part of it naturally. I feel it revives the spirit and deepens feelings of intimacy. This is lovely Gary! : )

Gary Bateman

October 7, 2018 at 2:07 PM

Hello Dear Connie, I totally agree with your thoughts here. Nature most certainly has this affect and brings with it a marvelous sense of intimacy and enchantment. I am very pleased you liked my latest verse here. Cheers and Best Always, Gary

Arthur Vaso

October 6, 2018 at 3:03 AM

I enjoyed this read, for some reason made me thing of the "Black Forest"

Gary Bateman

October 7, 2018 at 2:01 PM

Hello Art, Thanks for your read here and your reference to the "Black Forest." Living in Germany, and having been to the Black Forest myself in southern Germany, I can see why you thought of this. (We also have a great forested area near where we live at here in the northern part of Germany.) The early twilight hours in verdant settings like these forested areas brings the magic of twilight whispers with them. Best Wishes, Gary

Vijay Pandit

October 5, 2018 at 2:58 PM

A very pleasant read..romantic and delicate..heart to heart conversation. I feel and hear the whispers you describe. A couple in tune with the melody of twilight..well done, Gary.

Gary Bateman

October 5, 2018 at 3:15 PM

Hello Vijay!! Many Thanks to you for your read here, and for your most gracious words. The particular poem was a fun-write to put together, with a very special message. I am pleased that you enjoyed it. Best Weekend Wishes, Gary

Heidi Sands

October 5, 2018 at 2:40 PM

This is beautifully written and very peaceful. A favorite for me. Well done Gary :)

Gary Bateman

October 5, 2018 at 2:48 PM

Why thanks very much Heidi!! I really appreciate your read here and your very kind words -- and the favorite too!! (I just started out causally playing around with the words in this verse until the significance of the metaphor and its various associations became obvious to me.) Always amazing how the creative process tends to appear out of nowhere!! Best Weekend Wishes, Gary

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