HAVE YOU EVER
Have you ever danced naked
on the tip of a flame
or skipped on ripples
of a butterfly’s wake,
have you ever rode bareback
the wrath of a hurricane
or swam the molten rock
of a volcano’s lake?
Have you ever leapt blind
from a shooting star
or slipped down the throat
of a crescent moon,
have you ever touched
the screaming of a devil’s scar
or be trapped
in a spider’s cocoon?
Have you ever flown
in a hungry vulture’s eyes
or walked in a nightmare
of a lonely ghost’s dread,
have you ever drank
the sobs of a whale’s last cries
or desperately held
a heartbreak in a madman’s head?
Well…. have you ever?
I can’t say I’ve had such days,
but hell,
some moments feel like it!
If not for you
and Love’s caring ways
I’d crumble in a heap
bit…. by…. bit.
Comments
A stirring writing… of what ifs and could you says! The epitome of quest “to reach for the fullness this life offers… as you’re here,” this is what this screams to me Cos. Incredible writing… and I’m sorry to hear of your loss of your loved one.
Thank you Russell… grateful for your support. Take care, mate.
– Cosimo Piro
I would love to do all of those things………. xxxx
You are an amazing poet, and I am so glad, that I read this………..
tonight :) xxxxxxxx
Thank you Laura… ever appreciative for your visits and lovely thoughts. xoxo
– Cosimo Piro
So sorry for your loss my friend. An incredible write, as always, and it feels like you have much on your mind and in your heart. Have certainly felt like I’ve had way too many moments you so amazingly write of…and I too, would not be here, were it not for the support of my love. Sending warm hugs, shar XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXXOXO
… and warm hugs graciously received and given. Support in all ways always a gift. Thank you Shar… xoxo
– Cosimo Piro
wow…what a JOURNEY that would be to do all these things, and YES, sometimes it does feel like bits of these little Have I EVER…sorry for your loss and seeing your children leave…but THEY WILL ALWAYS RETURN :)))) great little read…it’s full of HEART and WONDER :)
Thank you Jacqleen… lovely to see you and read your encouraging words. xoxo
– Cosimo Piro
Oh wow, this is amazing:) I read it a few times and a melody got caught in my head, would make for a great song:))) beautiful work and so sorry to hear of your loss:(xx
Thank you Kable… for your kind and melodic appreciation. xoxo
– Cosimo Piro
I love you
xxxx
I need a Lisa fix… love you too. xoxo
– Cosimo Piro
I’m with Lisa here Cos. Beautiful imagery drawn in words, and very touching. Quite amazing.
Thanks again, Dick, for your ongoing friendship and support. Much love to you bro.
– Cosimo Piro
love and hugs Cos
Sandra x
Thank you Sandra. They go a long way. Much love. xoxo
– Cosimo Piro
WONDROUS IMAGERY IN THIS WRITE COSIMO!!!! AN ODE OF LOVE AND LOSS!! MY CONDOLENCES RE: YOUR AUNT……TAKE CARE MY FRIEND!!!
Hey there good friend… many thanks to you Ray, for being there in more than words. Greatly appreciate it.
– Cosimo Piro
xoxoxoxoxxo
yes, I feel sometimes all those things… some I’d like to feel again :)
Sorry about your aunt… 95, what a great innings!
… and sorry you’re a bit sad and lost at present. xxx
Fantastic write :)
Thank so much Mara… lovely words that pick me up. Greatly appreciated. xoxo
– Cosimo Piro