The Science of Us

When objects attract.

traveling through this universe
along paths completely our own
entrenched by the lure of lightspeed,
finding stillness to be wanting
each of us...
barely breathing, barely caring

drunk on the momentum of youth
and testing divine classification
we were gods parading as angels
entertaining a human audience
with insatiable devilish intent
barely breathing, barely caring

the inevitable clash...
unstoppable/immovable cheek to cheek
each poised to be victorious
and at the precipice, we both fell
rapt in magnetic chemistry
not really breathing, not really caring

timelines shatter in unison
we push/pull at one another...
gravity and fate's inertia find their footing
and in the bewildering arms of chaos
we come to rest, in an orbit of us
finally breathing, finally caring...
finally living

Author's Note

Not sure how I feel bout this. It kinda just started itself (on a very late night)... credit to the movie: Passengers, for the inspiration.

Sorry if the metaphors are a bit murky... wanted to try to marry science, love, and poetry. I hope it all translates well.

Reviews

[lightsong]

Though You spoke of science, but I felt the spiritual and ethereal bonds deeply through Your words, passion seemed at its highest in some points, in Your first two verses I felt the journey of one individual, finding meanings of life and grow with his being mentally and spiritually, the third it's the moment of falling in Love, the passionate sensation of it, the last is the bliss, of living the harmony of the mind, heart and spirit all together inside one's inner and in Love.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thanks so much for the awesome words and your interpretation is spot on and also revealed a perspective, even I hadn't considered. I appreciate the life you brought to this.

[KCthelastboyscout]

I dont think attraction could be explained scientifically or spiritually.it just is.in fact i dont want it to be explained.i just want to experience it as much as possible and submit

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I completely agree... I attempted to convey that exact sentiment here. We never know who or what we may find ourselves revolving around, but for whatever reason... things in this universe attract and repel one another. We are the lucky, cursed few to be conscious of this dynamic. We attract and hope to God that we stick. Thank you for your sincere perspective.

[Chris]

Saw that one ...appreciated that story and yours as well.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Yes, it is a captivating story. I must admit, I didn't think I would enjoy it. We see how that turned out. Lol

[Ronaldo]

I really enjoyed this! Had the pleasure of rereading it several times just to appreciate it. It struggles to find hope and feeling in a universe seemingly bound to different principles. Still, there is a force that breaks and shatters things every once in a while, and in this small reprieve we find a little bit of it, a little "breathing". Thank you sir!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you, Ronldo your comment has given even myself a new perspective of this piece. The beauty of perspective and interpretation. I'm glad you enjoyed this piece, each thumbs up, let's me know it was worth the effort. I look forward to returning the gesture.

[Chris Shaw]

Well you have certainly achieved your aim to marry science, love and poetry. I love the whole chemistry of this piece, the romance of it and how it is conveyed most poetically. Very nicely done. Thank you.

Chris

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review... thoughts such as yours makes this a true success.

[Chris Shaw]

You are welcome Travis. Have a great day.

Chris

[Crowley]

It translates better than well my friend. I like the way youthful exuberance and indestructability come into play and when that lust dust all settles out, there is still me and thee standing on a different precipice, practicing a different kind of love and companionship. I really do love your writing, it fires me up!!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

You have grasped my intentions well here in this piece. To have those days of our youth, and that sense of being bulletproof again, but finding love makes vulnerability beautiful. Again, you've left me feeling accomplished as a writer.

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

I think this is beautiful Travis...the science of couple...the matching of our human race. I was just saying yesterday that I believe we are made in pairs...no mater if you believe in religion or science or a bit of both. You have expressed it so much better than I. Mysterious and spectacular! Into my library it goes.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I'm glad you found it so affecting... I was afraid it was a bit mechanical or cryptic. I appreciate the sincere review, its truly appreciated. And I agree, some of us were made exactly for another, it's just a matter of crossing paths at just the right time.

[Final-Karma]

This reminds me so much of myself. Even the authors notes. I never know where I am going when the idea hits so I just write and see where my mind takes me. I love the esoteric reference and the use of the universe as a stage. There is great romance in the idea of space and traveling as eternal beings through it with someone you love. We were gods once... That is all I can think of when I read this. Thank you for sharing this great piece. You have earned a new follower.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I can't Express the level of reserve I had while writing this... I usually try to keep my work reachable, less I'm on a creative ledge and I don't care who jumps with me. Your words have erased all reservations! Your perspectives are spot and I am thankful that you shared them with me. I look forward to reviewing your work as well.

[Lyn Anderson]

Sounds like a fateful romance - I like it.
Ps I think you may have been autocorrected? Angel's seems like it should be angels,

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thought it would be one of those pieces that only felt right to me. Lol

And thanks for catching that... autocorrect strikes again.