Flames

I stare into the myriad
Of angry autumn colours and
I see them dancing. They twist
Like ethereal thoughts lost in
The maze of waking dreams.
Am I a part of their world, or
Are they a figment of mine?
I can feel the intensity from
Them yet I can not hold them.
Freedom incarnate, unbound even
By form they feed from reality
And consume all they feel.
Do I see because I wonder, or
Do I wonder because I see?

Reviews

[Brandon S. Whitten]

We wonder because we see what is before us and within reflecting our nature and life all around, above and below. Sorry, tend to ramble. Splendid read and write, Luke.

[Mizuki Tsukiakari]

I am so glad you recommended this to me! It is SO good! I love the thought that's in this.
"They twist
Like ethereal thoughts lost in
The maze of waking dreams."
That is so stunningly beautiful.
You are truly talented, and this poem is absolutely fantastic. Great work!

[Luke Rawlings]

Thank you! I'll make sure to write more poems in this style. :D

[Mizuki Tsukiakari]

You really should! I'm usually not a big fan of reading this type of poetry, but you definitely keep my interest :)
And your welcome, anytime.

[Luke Rawlings]

It is good to have opened your mind a little, I will definitely send you a read request should one pop up :)

[Mizuki Tsukiakari]

Errr...I stopped accepting read requests because I had like...500, and no time to read. Also, I never really sent too many read requests to others, so I just stopped dealing with them. Although I do feel a bit guilty...I sent two read requests today...But I'll just subscribe to you! And thanks for offering to let me know when you add another piece :)
P.S. In your spare time, if you're not busy, you should read my new book, The Brightest Moonbeam. I'd very much like your opinion :)

[Luke Rawlings]

What helps with read requests is to read them haha. I am moving at the moment, but I will make a note to read your book and I will let you know my feedback. I have a subscriber, that I can live with :D

[Mizuki Tsukiakari]

If only I had enough time to read them...-sigh-...And thanks! I understand how hard it is to find time to read writing, so thanks for getting around to it when you can :D

[Luke Rawlings]

My pleasure :D

[Shaun Payton]

All I know your writing makes me wanna write lol Damn I love reading good poetry!

[Luke Rawlings]

Why thank you! I am glad I inspire you to write, just send me some read requests to your stuff and I will have a read when I have time :P

[Shaun Payton]

Okey dokey :);

[The Chosen Poet]

I love this Piece Luke ! Well written !!

[Luke Rawlings]

Thank you!!

[marty360]

Love this piece, Luke. Wonderfully penned. The end two lines are food for thought!

[Luke Rawlings]

Thanks mate! :D

[TL Boehm]

Do I see because I wonder, or
Do I wonder because I see?

a beautiful poem with a thoughtful ending. That's a million dollar question right there. Well penned

[Luke Rawlings]

Thank you! That question was a flash of inspiration. A good one, apparently haha

[The Lone Wolf Prose]

Unbelievably beautiful. Excellent work of art.

LW

[Luke Rawlings]

Thank you! :D

[Barbara Kasey Smith]

The dancing hues of flames can often open up scars, pains, and lost loves as we watch their energetic energies and colorful hues going from red tones, yellow tones, white tones, etc., which resembles the thoughts and feelings of one's mind. Many times we wish to get a tight hold onto things we cannot control, and yet, we don't know if we can live with what we have chosen or fail because of it. This has great images & causes the reader to feel the of the written words. Great & excellent writing. Barbara Kasey Smith

[Luke Rawlings]

You have a natural talent with the poetic language. Thank you for your review, it has definitely given me food for thought.

[quinfinn]

what is real and what is illusion? when you figure that out be sure to share. nicely penned

[Luke Rawlings]

Thank you,and I'll be sure to keep my eyes open. But what is real to me, might be an illusion to you... :P

[Coyote Poetry]

"Do I see because I wonder, or
Do I wonder because I see?"
I like the description and story in the poem. Hard to tell what is real or fake. I like the flow of thoughts leading to a very good ending. Thank you for the excellent poem.
Coyote

[Luke Rawlings]

You're welcome (again) :P. I am glad you liked the flow, I was trying something new. Thanks :)