Lightning Strikes the Coolest Clear

When lightning strikes the coolest clear
you can see me standing
in my own skin,
not playing with the sky
to get a different song or dance.  
Still, Darkness places his fingers inside me,
encourages me to write,
to respond as if my name is without
life's second chance.

I think of asking why
my eyes relentlessly search
for lost time
through a window
I should have forgotten
before my eyes
even took it in.  
Instead, I leave the view
to face itself
swim into the ocean
I call Serenity,
softly sing my song of peace
once again.

Reviews

[MOON]

This is breathaking , emotional write Neva , writing is perhaps the second chance but sometimes we play the same song expecting a different outcome . The imagery so beautiful, leaving the view to face itself and trying to find peace amidst the turmoil. Outstanding as usaul.

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Moon XX

[Pax]

such a beauty. i like this. enjoyed it. keep on writing.

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you WillyamPax :)

[Lily Mae]

What I love about your poetry is for a moment I am lost inside a different realm.. No matter what mood I am in you transport me. Your words are like a meditation.. a look within.. a wish, a dream..and hope.. Beautiful Neva..xo

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Lily Mae :) xooxox

[Muse]

Still, Darkness places his fingers inside me,

I know that...felt that!

Beautiful picture..stunning poetry.

x

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Muse :)

[Wondering Mind]

I need a break too.
But that's not the point here.
You always take expression to new levels of poetry. The metaphors are not only intriguing, but ingenious.
And we write....Thank you for sharing this

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Wondering Mind :)

[Melobldnfr]

Again, very vivid. "Darkness places his fingers inside me," and "I should have forgotten before my eyes even took it in." You very clearly understand yourself, and describe what you are feeling in a way that is beautiful, distinct, dignified, and relative. Thank you, as always.

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Mel XX

[Danielle]

This is so poetically captivating, the image you convey in my mind is crystal clear. Luv it!

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Shia :)

[Coyote Poetry]

Beautiful photo and strong words. Thunder and the sea are a beautiful and dangerous thing to see. Serenity is a favorite word of mine. A nice ending to a outstanding poem.
Coyote

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Coyote :)

[Zachary_James]

Beautiful as always Neva, your imagery comes so clear to the reader. You are a true poet . Great job

[Neva Flores Smith - Changefulstorm]

Thank you Zach :)