Seedlings

Exterminate.

forest rainbow leaves, fall and

open thickened skins to winter

brittle arms creak ........ moan

grey red-brown coyote 

tip toe trotting 

another weaving thread 

quick eyes glancing back

                                                                   gone

Solastalgia shackle shaking

shadow tree trunks pin drop silence

coyote pin ball clanging

clinging

ringing 

                                                  "...the bells the bells the bells"

She decanted the best of me.

even a crooked tree 

reaches skyward

moon and brown

muley eyes saccade 

quivering a nightmare

rewilding stubborn as

an outrage 

Outrage 

alluring dark temptations

erase

Erased.

12/24/2018

E.

Author's Note

Reviews

[lightsong]

Dear Mr.E, sometimes we don't need to understand all the meanings of the written words, but to dwell and feel, overwhelmingly feel... the rhythm of Your lines stuck in my head, somewhere there You spoke to me of deep loss and deep pain, when I reached this "She decanted the best of me." with the important dot "." of it, I felt a little twinge in my heart, as if I was waiting to read this, for me this was You speaking to, of and for nature as "Your" nature, as if She is Your beloved one, in all the seasons, times, days or nights, You believe in her, and that she can rebirth, always she can.

[Einstein Noodle]

well Light ... we are soul connected no doubt about it and that is the line for me that you point out ... these kinds of poems are closest to me and they are not for everyone for sure ... they are pretty oblique ;) when is started to think maybe other people would be interested in reading my "stuff" I brought a bunch to my Mother-in-Law to read. She was a creative writer all her life.... she warned me about the value of something if no one understands it ... i took that to heart but sometimes words collected fall into place and one just knows (as Neville has put it) that it is "right" ... its very gratifying to have people here read and find their own meaning in poems but even more when I have such a connection as we seem to have ... thanks Light! for your light ;)
E.

[lightsong]

my dearest friend, what Your Mother in law said to You is one of the most important things ever, I also believe what's the point of writing something no one can understand? or those who use complicated and big words and my head hurts while reading, I love the simplicity, the one which is able to reach others in a profound and touching way, when English is not my first language and with me first knowing nothing of poetry forms, sometimes writing and finding the exact word I need or want can be difficult, and honestly that is applied to reading too, BUT I also know when words are flowing freely naturally from within, they are not necessarily meant to be understood but FELT, and they will have a certain compelling power in them, and this is what matters for me the MOST what I feel while reading, what comes sincerely from the depths, will reach the depths of the readers, that's true... and again, that IS what matters. I myself know that I sometimes write in a confusing way, so never ever worry my soul friend, when Your feelings are poured sincerely into the page... this is the treasured of gems.

[Einstein Noodle]

peace and joy Light!!! :) i hear you!

[lightsong]

Peace, joy ad Love always.

[Nix is typing...]

This was posted almost three years ago, wow. I saw it in "related writing" for something else I was looking at and didn't know how to comment on, and I was like, "I'm gonna go see what Mr. Noodle (Can I just put emphasis on how much I love love LOVE your display name?) has written up." and of course, I loved it, just like I love all of your other works. It was such a beautiful poem and the imagery was so vivid!!!

100/100

Nix ❤️️

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks Nix ... it really is an honor when others search around a bit .. it takes time and thoughtful consideration to decide which poem to check out ... i forget thee "related" section .. thanks for reminding me about that as i skip me merry way ... right here at the Cafe' :)))))))))))))))))) this one is pretty far out there Nix .. abstract with roots ;)
E.

[pearl]

The imagery is vivid! I am in awe

[Einstein Noodle]

you are very kind Pearl ... thank you for the visit .. i will repay in kind shortly for sure :) please be well and stay well in these troublesome times .. peace and joy
E.

[gram linski]

Great read E, contemplation of life and love, alone in a forest, watching nature, tainted by a few dark thoughts, the coyote must have brought a smile ?

[Einstein Noodle]

oh yes! he sure did gram! they have a certain look back and gate when they know they are discovered but also do not feel threatened enough to get otta town fast ;) you know how to read my friend ..and keyed in on the feelings involved ... really happy the abstractness of this did not put you off at all ... peace my friend!
E.

[sette]

i like the content of the poem it speaks poignancy and very surreal in nature but happens in reality take care always my friend

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks sette!! glad you found something in this one that appeals ... definitely sur and real real ;)))))) very appreciative for your visits .. always ..and for letting me know .. :)
E.

[Wild Rose]

The title 'Seedlings' made me think of spring time
forest rainbow leaves, said Autumn
Yes some plants do shed seeds when the leaves are falling to protect and nurture them through the cruel winter
The coyote creeping through the forest, foraging seeking a quick meal
Underneath the crooked trees with upwards reaching limbs

[Einstein Noodle]

seems all the roots of this one spoke to you Wild Rose! i am very happy about that ;))))) all Nature is a source food isn't She?

[Corset]

I love that line "even a twisted tree reaches skyward" great line.

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks Corset!! and a fine morning to ya! (its 5:17 AM here in the mid USA} you honed in on an important part of this poem ... i am gratified it spoke to you ... thanks so much for visiting ... see you 'round this ol' Cafe"
E.

[Moonie]

I really wish I was as good at free verse as you happen to be. All your poems are so visually appealing, even the sequence of the letters feels so aesthetically pleasing.

"even a crooked tree 
reaches skyward"--really liked this line.

This could be a metaphor for a relationship, where one takes away the very best in the other. I like how the poem ends at a cheerful note of forgetfulness, even after delving onto such dark roads. It could also be interpreted as the forest being a synecdoche for Mother Nature, and the relationship being that with humans.
Either ways, I enjoy the abstract feel of the poem. Although it's ominous and bleak at first, it ends at a relatively hopeful note.

[Einstein Noodle]

hi Moonie!!

[Onlyme]

The respect and love of nature, wildlife, the harmony of earth and the planet around us. Getting attacked and eroded from all directions. Even the oceans, forests and beaches. Wonderful dedication towards our planet we so badly mistreated. Instead of admiration and respect and help and support more. Instead of plunder and take.

[Einstein Noodle]

sad indeed Dawn ... i sure appreciate your sensitive heart that left this review ... i use to worry about the spaces left after drilling ... that they are left to collapse someday and shrink the earth ;} but there is a process called subsidence that requires the space to be filled automatically ... without that ... there is not enough pressure to extract the oil ... i am going to put admiration and respect of Earth at the top of my list today .. try and keep it with me ;) thanks so much for reviewing my friend .. always a treat!
E.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

'Seedlings'
Einstien Noodle,
This was a rare experience as I pondered the realities of natural colors of a season. Earthy, creatures living..for now. Human, struggles within life too. Looking for a place and maybe not knowing what will come? A very descriptive and personal one from a mind which sees. Thanks for sharing.
Kathy

[Einstein Noodle]

and thank you for all your visits ..and for grabbing a hold on this rather trippy experience ;) the essence of which your poetic heart has felt .. peace on ya Kathy ...peace and love!
E.
ps yes .. definitely personal is in there ... you are sensitive my friend

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Ok this one took me on a journey. No doubting that. My first juvenile image was of a Dalek! Then I saw man's destruction of his environment with the coyote as a symbol for even the strongest wildlife having to follow man's progress. Then the word 'Solastalgia' jumped out and gave me Darwinist thoughts of evolution and the earth's eventual revenge for man's misdemeanors. Hence the 'saccade' as he succumbs to his eventual fate. Great words, wonderful abstract food for thought!

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you so much John ... you delved in and looked at the pieces and i feel very gratified .. abstract is not everyone's cup of tea ... and to have it understood as you have is a blessing ..thanks again for taking time and reviewing with perception :)
E.