It is not for me to judge I know
But this is out of love
A tree a hundred years old
And it still grows
So why should we stop
From reaching heavenward?
Please now listen
Keep breathing
Don’t look down
In this ecosystem we both have to give
We’re told and know it’s in order to live
So if I see you dying
Don’t deny me
I can be diplomatic
Only for the time being
Have you ever tried reading
A little deeper?
Take in into your heart
But not to heart
Don’t make excuses
Death won’t be excused!
Know the power your mirror exudes
Use it
Your weapon and protection
Take the leaves
Never leave
Commit to your memory
This is from someone higher than me
I won’t offend
I won’t defend
I won’t give in giving in
What we need to become deeply rooted
Holding onto what will hold us,
Soaking in glorious sun
The energy to filter the water from above,
Within this mire in which we stand
Reach for the hand…
It is not for me to judge I know
But this is out of love
A tree a hundred years old
And it still grows
So why should you
(Oh ever able person)
Slow?
Gio-
ReplyDeleteOk after an abscence due to a busy period its only fair that such a beautiful piece deserves some praise. I shall readily admit that i didn't fully understand what the poem was about at first. But after you explained the essence of it its deep meanings and message became more evident and more admirable. The title is fitting since your poem talks about being loyal to a friend by sometimes helping in a way they may not appreciate at first. I really like it and agree with most of what is said.
"So if I see you dying
Don’t deny me" i really like that because it highlights the stubbornness of human nature but that your willing to overcome that.
I won’t offend
I won’t defend
I won’t give in giving in
I also really like the use of repitition and partial rhyme here, as it drums in the promise of what you intend to do using literary devices.
Excellent piece, and now I have been enlightened i can appreciate it that much more.