A Birthday Tribute to Keats

~

Oft times

I am forever bruised

I bleed muted words.

They leap in bounds

within my throat

spilling from eyes

that well with tears,

seas of salted bitterness

in vast moonlight.

~

Author's Note

This is an excerpt from a poem that was inspired by Keats.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Wonderful use of words dear Kelly. I believe Keats would like. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Kelly Scheppers]

I believe he would, since he was the inspiration behind it. Thanks, John!

[Coyote Poetry]

I love the ancient writers. Donne, Dryden and Ben Jonson. Make me want to write better. You are welcome dear Kelly.

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

Such a fine tribute Kelly! Tears, like muted words, filling seas, silent in the vast moonlight. I’m going to read Keats today. Thank you for introducing him with this gem.

[Kelly Scheppers]

He has been quite an inspiration to me. Thank you Dhara!

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

You’re most welcome Kelly!

[Crowley]

Great and accurate tribute. One of the more prolific poets for sure with a penchant for taking the beautiful things and dipping them in 24 karat gold to make them shine even brighter. A fitting note to your own fanny Brawne.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I wrote a poem in Fanny's voice that spoke posthumously to Keats, called "This Love Ever Mine". Thank you for mentioning that, Crowley...and for being so kind!

[Pete]

the words, period and romanticism all spill out so beautifully even in bitterness. puts the 'd' in deep. sure he's smiling at you and this piece ... :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

I'd like to think so, Pete...many thanks, my friend.

[Lorry]

Straight from the off, with the simple use of "oft times", we are transprted into another era, where subtleness could have a more devastating impact than any hollywood epic could throw at us.
In my mind, words read, that I hear in soft, sombre voice, always makes me pause, taking my time to feel each line and be transported to the writers thoughts...which you have done so wonderfully here.
I also remembered someone else through the Keats connection. Dolores O'riordon, the cranberries vocalist who sadly passed away thid year. She was such an avid fan of Keats, that it only made sense for me to read his work, what with being such a fan of hers. Funny how one thing leads to another :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

I wanted to capture the ambiance of that time and place. How extraordinary it was, and how well you defined it here. Thank you for a most touching review, Lorry!

[Einstein Noodle]

oh my Kelly ... your talent shines in this wonderful tribute ... i am sure he is proud of it as he sees and hears your words .. so well done ... do you have the whole poem posted here? it would be fine to read or re-read it says i! i agree with Christine .. word choice and placement is obviously calculated to lift him up ..i think this is sparkling dahlink! well done!!!!
E.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I am most proud of my Keats collection. Thank you, Gene. It's from the poem, "Seas of Salted Bitterness in Vast Moonlight". It's posted here.

[Einstein Noodle]

i bet i read it...but i'm going to read it again if i did ...i enjoy time spent on your pages my friend

[Chris Shaw]

As you know I am also a huge fan of Keats and have visited Keats House several times. Your lines are a fine tribute to him Kelly. Your language has been chosen with much care to reflect the period he penned his work. Amazing what he produced in such a short life.

Chris

[Kelly Scheppers]

I remember you telling me about the museum of his home. I've seen photos of it and his grave, and both are quite compelling. To walk amongst such beauty truly renders me numb. Thank you, Chris. I'd love to see the photos if you have any!

[Chris Shaw]

Sadly we didn't take any while we were in Keats House Kelly, which is a pity. I will always remember the picnic in the garden. We had special permission as we were five poets, to do that. It was an amazing feeling to be in the rooms and garden where he resided during his short life. And Fanny lived next door.

Chris

Chris

[Kelly Scheppers]

Have you seen the movie, "Bright Star"? It's a must see for every Keats admirer! I'd love to see Hemingway's House too, in Florida. My bucket list is growing as I speak. ; )

[Chris Shaw]

I haven't seen Bright Star, but it sounds like a must see. I know what you mean about bucket lists. Mine grows bigger by the day as well :)

[Ardra]

That's such a wonderful creation.... loved it
It sure is a little gem.... :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

I so loved that period and time...and of course, the romanticism of it all. Thank you most kindly, Ardra.

[Perdition]

I have read many poets over the years and though I own "Bright Star", for some reason, and perhaps this was what I was waiting for, I have not dwelled too deeply into Keats. And yes..shame on me. This poem is a mid-nineteenth century gas lamp flickering under an autumn night, hovering over hooves, stagecoach and cobblestone..a late fog drifting to a silent sea ..in other words it beckons and rolls oh so smoothly. I have a passion for the older romantic language so I find myself compelled to visit his poems. So there you have it, you have inspired me, the ultimate compliment for the poet and the poem. Thank you~

[Kelly Scheppers]

I, too, have a passion for the language, which the movie gave me a great inspiration for. It was enchanting to hear and mesmerizing all at the same time. Thank you for a most beautiful review, Joseph!

[Dave]

What a beautiful tribute, Kelly. Believe it or not I have never read Keats, but you have inspired me to become acquainted with him and his writings.

Thank you - Dave

[Kelly Scheppers]

I hadn't read him myself until I saw the autobiography of his life, entitled "Bright Star". It is compelling to say the least...and tragic. Thank you so much, Dave!

[Dave]

Thanks again for the "heads-up", I'll look for it.
Take care - Dave