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
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.
This is wonderful
This is beautiful, I love it!
It also reminds me of Strickland from The moon and sixpence.
Incredible. I 'd love to hear more!
Man, feels like you have strolled through my brain & exposed all the raw bones. Therapeutically exposed, a shadow world revealed... very powerful & personal
I think this is one of your very best! Keep writing, and sharing!
I relate to this so f'ing much. Great piece!
Adore this simple in form but got me to a tee.
Constant battle between emotion and logic captured brilliantly
Wow. Erik, this poem is insanely beautiful. I love the tension and struggle. Keep them coming….please. 🙏🏼 :)
That last verse!!! I truly believe that poets are conduits. Connected to, not wholly understood, rarely perceived, forces of nature.
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... 👏
....how about some Charles Baudelaire ! best translation Richard Howard srs
Nice work, man.
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