Yet I Cling

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“NA”

Blue
twinges 
of lament
cast gaunt shadow
o’er my dreadful  pang
as a grim mist segued
into dark claustrophobic 
cantons where rabid zeal of hearts
once smouldered from magma’s deep red vein
Yet I cling to golden dawn recall 
of lazy strolls in lush green mead  
wild sniff of purple heather
neath sun-drenched sky aflame
gusts of joy rippling
froth-rim brook waltz
now toilworn
gaudy
dream

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Susan Ashley

Date: 5/5/2024 8:39:00 AM

Dear Howard, the beauty of your rich imagery captures a sense of loss with emotions as different as night and day. A sensory experience and an intriguing and captivating introspection. Superb! Warmest wishes my poet friend.. ~Susan

Sotto Poet

Date: 2/5/2024 10:47:00 AM

Howard, your poem is truly exceptional. Its use of vivid imagery and evocative language effortlessly invites readers to embark on a profound journey of exploration, both physical and introspective. It is a remarkable nonet that elegantly captures the essence of beauty through its descriptive and poetic nature.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/5/2024 3:20:00 AM

A descriptive and very poetic nonet. Way to go. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Your visit to my page was encouraging. Sara K

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 2/4/2024 12:39:00 PM

I enjoyed your poem. I liked the sense of travel from sadness to hopefulness. Your photographs are suited and a match for the poem. I'm joyed.