comes from a person whos third eye is crystal clear.....
and who have far more miles to comes

Very good. There's not much profound poetry I like (my mind operates at a Dr. Seuss level)but this is strong. I like the idea of a sneer smiling.

JohnG

By the sheer will of my convictions
By the gut of my instincts
By living in streets of cosmic design

Adore this turn upon which the poem seems to hinge, Boyo... a neat handle on your modus vivendi, it seems to me. Also the ambiguity of the "Trying to capture the mind of my soul" - who's tryin to do the capturin!! :)) And, as I've already said somewhere I am sure, a MUST for your Voice to recite.

And I've seen fire and I've seen rain, James, but just about made it home again against the raging Dorset tempests... And did I also mention that I found your tree whereon hangs your branch Bound By The Winds Of Time? It's now fallen from a cliff (the whole tree, that is) and onto the far end of my precious beach: the dunes there are replaced by unstable sandstone/chalk walls. I'm only tellin you this cos, apart from the rock and roll of the lilt of it, this poem strikes me as strongly reminiscent of the movement and tone of that earlier write. Again, think this is one of your strongest pieces and most well-constructed.

Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart, and you'll never walk alone. My, my, what musical mood I am in this evening...

Khoral Kate xx

Ah... Dulce Domum... East you may wander, west you may roam in the spirit of venture and discovery... but there's no place quite like it, eh?

Your journeys have taken you many places...I'm just appreciative you share them with us here.

Belated Merry Christmas...

Micke

An excellent write, as usual!

This powerful piece exemplifies so many lessons learned through one's life experience in the city. Seen through the perspicacious eye of the poet, the final couplet lends words of optimistic wisdom and wonder:
"Becoming stronger and wiser
Walking through miles still yet to be known"

"Oh it's sweet to know
The wisdom that living brings." -DH
~Butch

Oh yes we walk the walk of life...stumble , trip and fall...just to damnwell get up and do it once more!!

Sighhhhhh...do I HAVE to do it for another year??

Love Tinka

yes we walk Jude, " becoming stronger and wiser ".

merry christmas

We still have many miles ahead not known but we will
Embrace them as our Owen and gain strength and wisdom
As we stroll through the many miles yet to be known!
Excellent Message within this write
Merry Christmas..Morning Star

Whohoa!...musing,...speculating,...people watching,...emotionally growing,...a life path that can be craggy,...but I believe that whilst that journey can be treacherous it also is the most rewarding. Striking words that left me contemplating. Happy holidays Jude. Panda :)

Indeed you have walked many miles...

Chrissy

Many have walked in this journey and through it all have learned to trust in themselves and the God that put life in them.

MILES STILL YET TO BE KNOWN: A poem, for this reader, like an illuminated soul, seeing, feeling, shining, absorbing all in spite of itself, allowing hurt and joy alike to compose the ups and downs of its journey at will. A great meditation for the end of one year and the beginning of another. Much gratitude,
Aberjhani

this seems so... you - pathfinder, pioneer, purveyor of possibility. walk those miles, Jude, and tell us what you see. Dawn

"Trying to capture the mind of my soul" Nice line!!!!
The journey of our lifetime is studded with lessons, some seeming like blessings, the others being sort of blessings in disguise. Each step on the path takes us closer to our desired goal and each should be embraced for their value and not cursed for their infliction. What lies ahead? If we look deep within, we will probably find that answer. Nice work, Jude. I commented on this yesterday but for some reason my review didn't appear here. Merry Christmas!
Take care,
Sherry

Learning to walk is a lifetime obligation:

Through walking we experience in sights and sounds,
we endeavour something new, and something unknown.

This journey is walked daily,
but it is yet to be explored.

~ Sandie May Angel :o)

Blessings to you and yours for the Holiday Season!!!!!

Lots of love,
Sandie Angel :o)

I knew Miles once. He Standish in history near Plymouth Rock.

Seriously. This is one of your best, shades of Robert Service (or Frost)

Ron

Enjoyed, Merry Christmas...Hugsssssssss

Looking into the collective mind, or collective physiognomy of New York City must be an awesome experience. Like looking into the firing synapses of a human mind on PCP.

Hopefully Robert, as we all navigate the relentless river of time, we will become better people - more compassionate - more understanding - more intelligent - more lucidly creative - and hopefully our love for our fellow travelers will be in proportion with our own insights. In this also is a riddle to be solved.

"Have stood before the specter of truth
Unraveling its potential design"
powerful writing, Jude...Merry Christmas to you and yours

~Carole

There is always more to know. I suppose that is the joy of living. Have a very Happy Holiday Jude and a wonderful New Year discovering new things about life.

All the best,
~ Sara

well done -as well as intraspective

This is another prime example of your talents, dear Robert. Your imagery makes your work stand out. Excellent poem.
Love and Happy Christmas,
CJ

Enjoyed this...life is a complicated journey, but also one of intrigue, fun, suspense, excitement, challenges, and often times filled with hard lessons..but that is where we learn from experience. Great write my friend you've penned it well.
Blessings and Merry Christmas,
Joyce Bowling

Becoming stronger and wiser
Walking through miles still yet to be known

Walk On, as All of Us Must, Robert, and Happy Holidays to you!

Truly so, Jude. You put words together to teach us and to delight us with your art and your talent.

*Have negotiated the authentic
From the deceptive*

I believe this is sometimes the hardest to do.....

Peace and blessings on this holy weekend. Joyce

a journey to be lived, not to be endured.....well spoken :)

You touch a part of my soul with this write...
"Those that can see beyond the negative, wrap themselves in the simplicity surrounding, can listen to the Whispers and Rejoice"
For it is within this, we gather so much more...
A fine write with a great message, Jude
Love and Peace~
Kimmy~

We take from life what we've learned and grow from it
Or get burned and run from it.
Most still have many miles to go
Sounds your're closer than most.
Great personal write - a toast to continue to go with the favorable flow.
DWB

Youu write of solid optimiscm... out of negative experiences. It is impossible to be more perceptive than that. I am a better person after reading and reflecting on your offering , here.
Holiday wishes for you keen enjoyment, Friend. - Bill

"Miles Still Yet to Be Known"
Robert this poem was reflective, and emotional to me~perhaps possesses autobiographical qualities. Henceforth it was pleasurable reading, thank you.

Peace, love, and joy to you,
From the Heart of an Artist Quiet Storm

yes and still so many miles ahead that are unknown but we will welcome them, embrace them and make them our own.

Fee

Ah, but what a magnificent journey! Wonderful piece! You have such a gift for using a pen to create a picture in the mind. Well done!

The truth is hard to swallow but once accepted it makes us stronger. Great write. Peace and happiness, Victor

Still yet to be known
"
Seeing through the window
Of friendly faces
On the boulevard of bogus teardrops
Trying to capture the mind of my soul

Have stood before the specter of truth
Unraveling its potential design
Forming within me "
Very powerful spiritual overture to this piece.
Light & peace,
Joselyn

Sounds as if you too have walked in others shoes & footprints when they were not available...you make my life a bit stronger every time I read and can ACTUALLy understand you ;), so keep up the great work and keep walkin'...Ed