Long absence... hope to be present more often. Sometimes, life gets in the way.
Así Nomás…
…como el viento empuja las hojas muertas deliberadamente y con fuerza, y así nomás… ellas se dejan llevar sin resistencia alguna. Así… como las olas arrastran granos de arena a la profundidad del mar y desaparecen sin haber sido conocidas menos que menos, reconocidas. Así nomás… se van, y al irse arrasan con las huellas de aquellos que existen perdidos como almas sin destino, sin pensar, ni reconocer siquiera, la imaginación, o el propósito. Aquellos que miran, pero no ven, aquellos que tocan, pero no sienten; que oyen, pero no escuchan, que hablan sin decir nada. porque respiran el vacío y suspiran sonidos huecos. Aquellos… que pretendiendo ser poetas recitan canciones burdas, sin ritmo ni rima, y así nomás, un día mueren sin dejar huellas, barridos por el viento como hojas muertas.
And Just Like That… … dead leaves succumb to the wind’s deliberate and forceful thrust and vanish, without even pretending to mind. And just like that… one by one, the surf will draw grains of sand into the ocean’s depth; like easy prey they’ll follow and as they do, wipe the footprints of those misguided souls lost, and void of imagination and purpose. Those who look, but do not see, who touch, but cannot feel. Those who hear, but do not listen; talk… babble... hollow words. Those who pretend to be poets, yet their song is crude, their verses wry, elusive and dry of rhyme or form. And just like that… they’ll die leaving no trace of themselves; easy… like dead leaves swept away by the wind.
...así nomás mis palabras serán barridas como hojas muertas dijo el moribundo poeta...
A beautiful poem that in spanish sounds more sincere because the ink which were used to write it was mixed with a tear or two.
Georg
Reviewed by Jim Moore (Reader)
Reviewed on December 19, 2006
Carmen, while I haven't read too many of your poems yet (randomly selecting), I must say that this is by far the best write of yours I have read so far (imho). I think you posted at the right place, too. There are so many here who actually think they are poets, when in reality, they're are nothing more than actors, giving it a nice try. You hit the nail on the head with this one, not to sound too cliche.
Pensamientos escrito con visión, pasión del corazon, y dando a uno la opportunidad de ver y estar entre los mismos pensamientos de la poema, ....Excelente...
This is a beautiful write Carman
I loved it both in spanish and in english
Funny, I just wrote a spoof poem
about a very good friend of mine
"El Ratoncito" and I too was going to and will
present it in both languages,
though my spanish writing is not that great.
Please look out for it
on my next posting
I am basically new to poetry, having been encouraged by folks on AD to convert my pastel and oil images into verse. Reading of the poets who pretend shook me a little but in a constructive way. Poetry has a fine legacy which has given pleasure to and inspired millions down through the centuries. As poets - in my case, an apprentice - we have a grave responsibility to preserve the integrity of poetry.
And just like that she's back;-) and charming us with her superb poetry in two languages no less! What a treat you are Carmen, and what a splendid poem you constructed! It's such a joy to see your work on the boards!!! Welcome back my friend, who overcomes all adversity!God bless you!!!
Of late, I've had hopes that I might see your words take form again. Something made me check this particular morning. It's lovely to be right, and the discovery, more pleasure than surprise. It's good to see you.
(((HUGS))) and much love, your Tx. friend, Karen Lynn. :D
Reviewed by J M (Reader)
Reviewed on October 25, 2006
Oh this one Carmen is a jewel so beautiful and inspirational.... I love seeing it in two languages.. Thank you for a perfect poem for this evening..........
Light & peace,
Joselyn
The skilful craftsmanship, depth and poetic aplomb of your writes I have missed, Carmen. And your SONNETS!! Thought very much of you at Poetry School last Saturday when everyone present was agonising about them! :)) Acute observation and simile here. Yes indeed...poetic form is something I must carve out time to get to know more inimately... As always, real beauty here. TY and GREAT to see you back! Hope life has been kind... LOL K xx
A touching, loving and spirtual insight of the dying process, filled with peace, smiles and starting on their journey, taking me with them as far as I could go, returning back with something I didn't have before. Will be out early in 2010..on Kindle
A beautiful poem that in spanish sounds more sincere because the ink which were used to write it was mixed with a tear or two.
Georg
Best,
Jim
Art Sun...
they’ll die leaving no trace of themselves;
easy… like dead leaves swept away by the wind.
Carmen....such a perfect analogical write....I love your poems...the more I read you the more I learn from you....cheers...love n luck...BHUWAN!!!
I loved it both in spanish and in english
Funny, I just wrote a spoof poem
about a very good friend of mine
"El Ratoncito" and I too was going to and will
present it in both languages,
though my spanish writing is not that great.
Please look out for it
on my next posting
Love & Peace
william
Regis
Excellent piece!!
Love Tinka
Love,
Eileen
Well done, Carmen. Worthy message.
Welcome back, you HAVE been missed. You haven't lost your edge! Beautiful capture.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
(((HUGS))) and much love, your Tx. friend, Karen Lynn. :D
Light & peace,
Joselyn
I always miss you when you are away.
The contents and the art in "Así Nomás" etched an image of hope on the doors of my heart, and polished my creative tools.
I salute You, Sublime Poet.
Long healthy creative life through a blissful living.
Your proud admirer and pupil,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Paul;-)
Wonderful to see you gracing our pages again ..
Your absence has been noted from the Den.
You remind us of those who are unworthy of our presence and spirit
Thank you dear one
Love
Peter