Winds of Fate

Push me against my back, hit in my face,
like any wind you’re elemental and erratic.
Give me a licking or unhurriedly caress,
play hide-and-seek – a child in father’s jacket. 

Not telling me what winds await ahead –
dead calm, strong gale, dry hot or boreas. 
As the entire world the only truth as old –
last breeze of mine shall fan my deadly face.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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February 24, 2010 at 9:57 AM
yeah this is life alright life and death is a part of that, this was a great poem, it came to me as one giant metaphor for life and life can be pretty hard, i think i get alot of the strong gale winds! Jo
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December 25, 2009 at 12:39 PM
Much for the reader to think about in this poem. Nice use of imagery. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too. Keep on writing! Karen
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December 25, 2009 at 8:39 AM
Wonderful piece Oleg, a joy to read >> may i say Merry Christmas from Bonnie Scotland >> James
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December 25, 2009 at 4:41 AM
fine analysis of life, Oleg! and thanks for your comments! jimbo
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December 18, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Very thought provoking piece... Vivid imagery as well....Taz
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