Notes About The Poem

While I Journey

Across the daily  bridge I stoop,
to gaze upon the world,
always with the option overhead,
two faces of the same mint,
or just as likely liquid mirror,
in the very widest sense,
but such ad hoc aspects wanting,
further clarity as time unfolds,
ripple of the passing current,
flutter from a proud human voice,
stir in the second musings,
the sort that flit erratically,
with side to side dawn chanson,
Am I lost to early groundswell?
when observing without ruse,
at the recess of each bend,
as I journey through the morn,
with that omniscient perk,
one hailed as living wonder,
which far too few revel in,
despite its  spectrum burst,
those clouds of energy,
magically arouse contagion boundless,
catchment hub without a catch,
spiral vim catcher taking  hold,
keep that thought circulating,
hold that second, clutch that minute,
grasp the hour,  stake your day,
season doesn’t matter at this point,
exhilarated cluster like a roundabout,
whirring, spinning, care free,
vortex, suction cup, tantaliser,
ample flourish latest vocal trend,
inhibition, tight  restraint, closed lip,
inapt, not welcome, not here,
if only  life zest would  prevail,
magnet for enthusiast of whom, 
the myriads exalt subliminally,
I swear an oath to cosmos,
unswerving  in my fervor
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Elliott Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 4:32 PM
"I swear an oath to cosmos, unswerving in my fervor." The whole poem is magnificent, Howard. You have such a unique literary talent. It is in a class of its own. My poem titled, "Welcome Home" is a semi-finalist in a poetry contest on the FamilyFriend poetry website. They will announce the winner by Feb 7th. It's a cash prize contest. Anyway, superb writing as usual, Howard. You're the best. In friendship and warmest regards. ~
Greenhough Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 2:45 PM
Events, energy, and energetic events. Each day must hold a golden moment. Poem is an interesting read, which I enjoyed. I liked the photograph. Is the bridge in Ireland?
Kerr Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Yes, indeed the bridge is in Ireland I’m pleased you enjoyed my poem. Thanks for reading and considering it Howard
Poet Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 1:20 PM
Your observations as you cross a bridge, reflect on the dual nature of the world, the passing of time, and the energy and enthusiasm that can be found in everyday moments. The diction is contemplative and introspective, with a focus on thoughts and observations. Your vivid imagery and a sense of introspection. Your use of literary devices such as metaphor ("liquid mirror"), alliteration ("ripple of the passing current"), and personification ("omniscient perk") enhance the imagery.
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