The Dreamer

Your face is a photograph

Call in
(ringtone)...dial again

"hello?"

Hey there, my friend
"how are you?"
Fine, how have you been?

Late nights,
long talks
you're the one that knows
'my luck'
Big sigh, smile (wide)
you have some money,
if i have a ride?

Too late, but I pick you up
drive around,
the river's up
Sharp point
  (pay phone)
S**t, man we got to get home

Bright lights,
  here again
hold me tight, yeah
"See ya friend"
but next week, there's a show
Text me

"yeah, I'll let you know.."

Sun's up
(you're awake)
Smiling, what a bright place
"did you see that video?"
It's crazy, if you really
 'know'

Fast days, all fly by
Hey, "I haven't got high"
Me too..
no, that's a lie

Silver glint,
 always in our eyes
weary as we say "good-bye"
Those long sleeves, a soft bruise
you're the one
  who can't lose

but I'm still here,
 and gods know
how we came to this road
breathing, pleading, please

don't

Blue lips, your white throat
Sharp sting, a high tone
Hey man, "don't go"
 please, god that was
so close

but you'd just laugh
 say
"Yeah..I know"

Crying on the telephone
"oh, please don't let me,
die alone"

I (promised) you would find
your hope but when

you died


you were alone..

Author's Note

Honestly guys, I know this needs a lot of work, but right now I leave it as it is, a pouring of the heart in a state of grieving. I have never been down this path before, I pray I won't have to again. I cannot even begin to explain the pain of losing one of my close friends and both of us still so young. My heart is in pieces, and so is my poetry.
Thank you for reading<3

May you rest peacefully, in dreams and roses, my dear sweet
Riley Joe Masterson 08/01/1990 to 09/26/2012

*revised, with love on 06/30/2013*

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

I'm sorry for the lost of your friend. Good to write down thoughts. Losing a young person in a life leave us with many questions. I lost three brothers. I think of them daily. A very sad poem. Best thing we can do is remember our friend and hope they are in a better place.
Coyote

[Moonflower]

I'm sorry to hear about your losses as well, thanks for reading and commenting.

[Hippy]

I never read poems from people on here any more, they are just bland, yet i always love reading your art. Again you write passionately and i love seeing that, I don't think this needs any work, this was heartfelt and pure. I offer all condolences on the loss of a close friend, it is always a hard time. They are in a better place now, no pain, I hope all goes well, I am no one to talk now, i send you the best of wishes.

[Moonflower]

It is interesting the small group of readers that I have acquired on this website, thank you for continuing to read my work and share in these experiences with me. It is always interesting to read what you have to say, thanks.

[Hippy]

I am glad you find my commentary on your work interesting. i will be happy to continue to read any good work you have. Puts art from you out to the universe to entertain and communicate things. that art thing is kinda neat, people should check out more art, some are missing alot. oh and you are welcome

[Moonflower]

Yes, I could always use a thoughtful critique, I'm very amateur in my writing, and I would like to one day be published, so far all I have ever received is a carefully written rejection letter! haha but one day, maybe you'll see me in the papers..

[Hippy]

I am certain that you can make it where ever you wish with your poetry, i see potential. We are all in a way an amateur just gotta keep at it i suppose. and hey keeping at it is fun, so win win?

[Moonflower]

Exactly! thanks for the enthusiasm :)

[M.Kilani]

I haven't read your work in ages, I thought you left Writers cafe for good, this poem I can relate to, I have lost a friend to DUI, saw two friends attempting suicide, these words are honest and real, I am terribly sorry for your loss although it's late. May the soul of your friend find peace in a better place away, from this wicked world.

[Moonflower]

Thank you for reading and sharing, We all have to deal with this loss at one point or another in our lives. It is always hard, and we all deal with it separately, individually. I appreciate that you took the time to read and reflect upon this with me. Thank you.

[Pax Analog]

Poignant mini-movie, crackling w/the telling details of cruisin' close friends, bruising to a halt w/a sudden demise. Rife w/the feel of lord knows how many youthful tragedies in heartland small towns. Has the feel of rap rising to song as well. Condolences & kudos for courage.

[Moonflower]

Thank you for your heartfelt review and condolences.

[Zeitgeist Manifesto]

These loses are especially hard. I feel your pain here.
You wrote with courage and intense emotion.
Stay strong.

[Moonflower]

Thank you.