The Stars ... They Shine For You and I

KWP invited me into this endeavor .. we tried to keep stars as metaphor throughout and incorporate the five tenants of Japanese Philosophy and Martial Arts .. Wind, Water, Fire, Earth and Void ..

the stars they died for you and me

within the deepest inhalation 

we may catch the heart of all the stars

swept along in camouflaged breezes - 

a rascal no less creating a stir 

wind is nature's cheeky commotion 

steadily gifting free rides to 

tango-loving gypsy stardust

rising shores a trillion drops deep

quenching the thirst of existence 

pellucid water pulsing pink across ancient coral

bursting stars, dust and billow 

emancipated in ripples wave

i see the all within your face

reds, blues, greens and silver 

colors draining back to the depths

and yet 

gusting flames echo in reflection 

invitation of heated caresses from your eyes 

cinder and ash orbit within your sparkle

fire long since burnt out endures

serving only to bless you, bless me

incarnate star 

offering essence eternal ....

found as in youth

poking sticks under rocks 

prodding tongues of Christmas Beetles

down in the land where 

wild mushrooms grow and

musk in blackest earth 

among apples, acorns, rocks and Hickory trees

the intricate interlace of now 

coalesces elements

beloved stardust entrusted 

us our absolute 

miraculous star

born from a vacuous space

we are the miracle 

within the star 

pacing its ebb and flow and

always in unity

collaboration between E. and KWP

Author's Note

Reviews

[Butch Decatoria]

A vast idea and wider view with your poem here, fellas. you know the sun is a star too, couldn't imagine that star dying for me, wouldn't want that. I usually feel Einstein noodle's poetry - most likely because it's honest and personal, this had two pens, both heading in divergent directions. The words are there, but I couldn't feel to believe it. Its a decent piece, don't get me wrong or take it personally, I've read better from Einstein...

[KWP]

thanks for your honest thoughts and interesting that you say what you did - whislt we were working together we each both our own interpretations of how we saw it had been written to that point - and althoght or wording was different the same 'cycle of life' theme was present ...

sorry it didn't do it for you bud - it was nonetheless fabulous time spent with my friend XXX

Much LOve X

[KWP]

oh and the sun will die one day ... but by then you probably won't be looking at it with simplistic human vision :) XXXXX

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you sir ..for your honest review ..much appreciated .. sorry that this one did not reach you .. it is a vast idea as you say .. with small points of human focus ... face eyes you and me for example .. but it is the idea of the miracle within the stars ... at one with each individual .. and all the elements coalescing in the "now" ... :) perhaps if you come back and read again it would help ... thank you very much for taking time .. this was such a treat to work on with KWP ... love love love and peace
E.

[Coyote Poetry]

I loved the song. I am listening to the song now and I did enjoy the poetry my friend.
"we are the miracle
within the star
pacing its ebb and flow and
always in unity"
The above lines could stand alone. Thank you for sharing the hopeful and wonderful poetry.
Coyote

[Einstein Noodle]

the song is absolutely one of my favorites too, John! it never fails to lift my spirits ... thank you for finding this one... loved working with Elizabeth on it. she sees things in a big way ... yet with a narrow focus ... like starting a meditation with a whole scene and narrowing it down to one small, still, dot. .... thank you for pointing out what spoke especially to you .. it is helpful to know .. God bless ... keep those blues humming sir .. love and peace!
E.

[Coyote Poetry]

You guys did well, I loved the poetry. You are welcome my friend.

[Neville]

Had to do a long distance trawl to locate the exact co-ordinates of this beauty... what a splendid collab you pair turned out at the end of the day... and them stars I'm sure were meteors......a great video and tune too....... :) Neville

[Einstein Noodle]

and i can not tell you how much i appreciate your searching sir!!! and that your review brought me back to this collab with Elizabeth ... so happily gratified you enjoyed the journey ...
E.

[Neville]

A real pleasure, so no worries on that score... I maybe need to copy my comments onto KWP's page... Go well my friend and catch you later no doubt..... Neville

[Neville]

...... a re-visit and them stars still shine as good and bright as they did on the day I first checked in ..

Neville :)

[Einstein Noodle]

once again you have made my day! a re-visit is a big honor sir!!

[Neville]

............ You are so welcome ... worth every penny my friend ..

N :)

[Paul Bell]

Poem, like the stars, burns brightly.
Just realised the collab was on 2015.
That shows you the dimension of time. A bit like your poem. Existence for humans can be a precarious journey at times. But we all do our bit in the world to make it that way. Might be time for part 2 now. Well done both of yous.

[Einstein Noodle]

you know ....being brought back to this one has made me think the same thing ..i am going to ask KW if she is busy or not ... i love the element of time that you point out .. and how precarious things can get ... and i agree...we do all have a bit in the scheme of things ... whether wind, water, fire, earth or void ;) takes us all don't it! thanks for checking this oldie out ...and the encouragement to try another ..such a treat working with our Cafe' guru KWP :))))))))))))

[KWP]

Im never too busy for you E XXX

[barleygirl]

Love your collaboration full of imagery that sings with dynamic word choices. Being a more orderly thinker, I like the structure here & the way you blend the ideas & carry the themes thru-out with a ton of originality & uninhibited description (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Einstein Noodle]

so glad you found this one and reviewed as it brought me back to it meself...such a wondrous treat to work with KWP ..we are both rather distracted writers .. so I really appreciate your comments on form and theme ...and always, I thank you for taking time to let us know what you think
E.

[barleygirl]

I know the feeling when someone reviews something I wrote a few months ago . . . I honestly forget what all I've written! *smile*

[Einstein Noodle]

yep ..exactly so dear one :)

[KWP]

did you just call me distracted??? ;)

[transentience]

This is one of the best things I've ever read, and I only read it once. I write about a lot of the subjects in this piece and I feel I have a similar style. Whether or not you accept my friend request, I will be coming back to your work for inspiration. Thank you for sharing your mind

[Einstein Noodle]

and thank you sir ... read your suggested poem and passed it on to KWP .. she will love it i am sure! thank you so much for the appreciation ..very encouraging review ..so thank you again!
E.

[KWP]

that's a lovely review X

[Nisreen]

The emphasis on a now
to fully only see
its this mix of falling in love with stars
feels like the perfect moment

[Einstein Noodle]

KW is very much a now person ;) so glad you found this one Nisreen! it was quite the growing experience for me working with her on it ... yes ..falling in love with stars! :))))
E.

[Jimmy Yetts]

To me, a very lovely and rather comprehensive portrayal of "incarnate star."
Stunning examination!--with imagery in HD.

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks Jimmy! much appreciated read and review ... such a treat to work with my friend KWP :)
E.

[Jimmy Yetts]

Yes, an excellent collaboration!

[KWP]

this is Emmajoys review on my page ;) thought you'd like to read XX Love Ya

There is magic in the stars, they tell us so, even when hidden... and your 'togetherness' is as magical. What a smooth movement, one to the other, not a gasp or blink to separate your thinking. This really is one of the finest collarations i've read in eight years or so in the Cafe.

Somehow you've clambered over all the debris up there and found only the beauty, the near silence of out there, the untouchable that surrounds... and so forth... so many thoughts growing inside me.. tis beautiful.

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks for sharing this KW! i really appreciate it ... always a treat to see your smiling face around here ..please thank Emmajoy for me ..it seems she melted right into our purpose eh!? pretty special!
E.

[A. Amos]

KWP and you my friend know the art of creating a spell with words...awesome!

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you Amos! really glad you are finding a bit of time to stay active here at the Cafe! how is your work coming along?
KWP is so full of ideas and she had a guiding hand on this project start to finish ..really appreciate your reading and your comments ..Merry Christmas big A!
E.

[A. Amos]

You're most welcome my friend. I know it's hard to be away from my writer's family and friends. However my Novel is on a final stages, so would try my best to spend more time. KWP is my favourite writer and you're so right about her....Merry Xmas buddy!

[Einstein Noodle]

please put me on a signed copy list for your book ..:))

[A. Amos]

You made me smile buddy:)

[jesserose99]

Holy canoli!!!That was absolutely amazing. I was sighing aloud as I read that. moved by the, well to say beauty falls short of describing your words. Dancing across the universe and into the reflection of an obviously fascinating soul! Wow!

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you so much ..have to give credit to KWP .. the endeavor was her piece of cake ... so happy you are touched .. thank you again!!
E.

[KWP]

you give me too much credit E - we are the best team :)

thanks for the lovely review Jesserose xxx