I really like this one. I had to re-read it a couple of times because the mental imagery reminded me of something, but I couldn't think what it was ... but I think it's William Blake illustrations! It gives me that same feeling, an uneasy balance of beauty and menace. I like that a lot.
Man, feels like you have strolled through my brain & exposed all the raw bones. Therapeutically exposed, a shadow world revealed... very powerful & personal
Wow, it felt like I was reading the story that revolves between my ears each day. The film that is my lived experience in this time of nothingness. I just wish I could have written those words you crafted so well. Thank you for them!
It's been a while since a poem resonated with me so deeply. I can see every fiber of the poet's mind poured into this masterpiece, especially the last verses, I felt it!
I really like this one. I had to re-read it a couple of times because the mental imagery reminded me of something, but I couldn't think what it was ... but I think it's William Blake illustrations! It gives me that same feeling, an uneasy balance of beauty and menace. I like that a lot.
me too
Man, feels like you have strolled through my brain & exposed all the raw bones. Therapeutically exposed, a shadow world revealed... very powerful & personal
Really feel the same. Feels like my innermost self has been revealed to world and I wanna go and hide from this reflection of me. Really well written.
This is beautiful, I love it!
It also reminds me of Strickland from The moon and sixpence.
yes!
Incredible. I 'd love to hear more!
I think this is one of your very best! Keep writing, and sharing!
Thank you!
stunning work
Wow. Erik, this poem is insanely beautiful. I love the tension and struggle. Keep them coming….please. 🙏🏼 :)
Thank you!
That last verse!!! I truly believe that poets are conduits. Connected to, not wholly understood, rarely perceived, forces of nature.
Adore this simple in form but got me to a tee.
This is an incredible piece. Every time I read ono of your essays, I don't think it can get any more on point. And you surprise me every time... 👏
Thank you so much!
I just now clicked on your link and "this note is not available" came up.
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Constant battle between emotion and logic captured brilliantly
Wow, it felt like I was reading the story that revolves between my ears each day. The film that is my lived experience in this time of nothingness. I just wish I could have written those words you crafted so well. Thank you for them!
....how about some Charles Baudelaire ! best translation Richard Howard srs
Nice work, man.
Thanks man!
I am in awe of this pouring out of naked truth. Oh, to be a displaced element In a world of less familiar. Love this poem ❤
It's been a while since a poem resonated with me so deeply. I can see every fiber of the poet's mind poured into this masterpiece, especially the last verses, I felt it!
Lovely lines ! It just reminds me to keep up my spirit untainted by the outside chaos