Epiphany

Free once more!

The fog has gone -

I see now that 

She was never 'The One'

And I see myself

as I was before 

- before I ever set foot 

through her door

My shackles deleted

vision has cleared 

I can't explain how

well I can but it's weird...

Like lightning - a bolt

Words written by YOU

in an insightful and

carefully worded review

 

so thanks to the writer

Who showed me the way

- To live without her 

in my head everyday

You helped me see

That love can be blind

Sure the fetters I carried

were all in my mind

To all who share words

know that some are the key

To setting another

human being's mind free.

Reviews

[winter;lyra]

"The pen might not be mightier than the sword, but maybe the printing press was heavier than the siege weapon. Just a few words can change everything" reminded me of this, even if a bit (Just a bit) out of context, reminds me of the hidden discrete power that these little yet big thingies can have
words are like ninjas, you won't see them coming, but when they do , you will be stricken with enlightenment if you're pursued by an apt WordNinja

-WordNinja, coming soon 2017

[Tony Jordan]

Not as messy or satisfying as trebuchet-ing a putrid cow cadaver at the walls just for effect either.
We all want that enlightenment methinks

Is that copyrighted? lol

[andrew mitchell]

Departing is rarely mutual, one always reaches the finishing line first, while the other ponders on the why.Its only when you let go, you see the cracks and the realization she wasn't for you. Also time settles the score on hurt and you find on a new beginning, its so fresh and alive and you look back and think if only I did this sooner. Nice poem of pain and sadness but hope too, that light at the end of the tunnel. The End,Doctor Andrew.:)

[Tony Jordan]

Doctor as in PhD my friend.
This was as fine a dissertation as any I have encountered and so spot on that if it had been an 'X' in spot the ball you would have won a few million quid - as it stands all I have to offer is my gratitude for a much appreciated review.
Thank you Andrew. :)

[barleygirl]

You have described the reason we write, the deeper underlying hopefulness that our words will mean something significant to someone, somehow, someplace. I can feel the joy spilling over in your words. I love the way you describe the epiphany, which is a great way to show instead of tell. What you say here is the reason I often comment (in reviews) on content more than the mechanics of a person's writing. Even if a writer's form is a little bumpy, the important part of writing is touching others.

[Tony Jordan]

I'm really bouyed up by your review Barleygirl. I have only returned to writing after a year or more's sabbatical and to read these sentiments is truly inspiring.
I also review more on the way I have been touched by other's writing than by applying my (very) limited knowledge of the technicals and that's all I can do - writers can take it or leave it. It's up to them. We are on the same page.
Thank you for reviewing this - I appreciate your thoughts very much.

[ReedWrite]

Sometimes the shackles we carry are ones we wrap around ourselves. We hold the key, and we're afraid to use it...afraid to live without the toxicity, because it's familiar. It's all we've known. It's comfortable, in its own twisted way. Breaking free of those shackles takes far more courage than anything we ever do...congrats on that...and congrats on this beautiful piece.

[Tony Jordan]

Feeling brave was the last thing on my mind when it came. It felt more like a sock in the mouth.
read moreFeeling brave was the last thing on my mind when it came. It felt more like a sock in the mouth.
Thank you for your insightful words ReedWrite - as always - muchly...lol
But no, thank you - seriosuly...muchly seriously...

[Tony Jordan]

read more?? - I beg you're pardon ReedWrite.
The gremlins are at work here.
Thank you very much...........ly

[ReedWrite]

But isn't that the definition of true courage...not the absence of fear, but moving forward despite the fear. True bravery, indeed...and it's ok...I'm into your gremlins. :D

[Tony Jordan]

Yes. You're right. Courage under fire and that. So true. Where would I be without you Pamela. read moreYes. You're right. Courage under fire and that. So true. Where would I be without you Pamela.
Thank you for your insightful words
(Hugs)

[ReedWrite]

You'd be across the pond, writing beautiful poetry, I imagine. :D read more (don't do what I did and click on the read more...trying to...well, read more :D)

[Tony Jordan]

Lol
the black 'read mores' are red herrings the blue 'read more's' are well...links I 'spose
I spent an afternoon clicking on a black 'read more' before I realised it was just two words.

...beautiful poetry... the things I write? wow
I'm flattened
xD

[ReedWrite]

Flattened?
LOL...Why do I suddenly have an image of Flat Stanley in my head?

[Tony Jordan]

Hah, I had to Google flat Stanley - I thought it was a freaky sausage.
We didn't have the pleasure of Stanley here in the UK. We had to make do with Dennis the Menace and Roger the dodger.

[ReedWrite]

LOL...awwww...Dennis and Mr. Wilson...best buds. Never watched Roger the Dodger. I only know about Flat Stanley, because a teacher in the school where I used to teach, assigned something that focused around Flat Stanley, and students had to create their own Flat Stanley, more or less. It's a sign of the times...I'm guessing if you were a Dennis the Menace fan, you're at least in your 40s. The millennial-generation isn't big into the TV shows from 'back in the day'.

[Tony Jordan]

I'm closer to 50 than to 40... Lol
Yeah Dennis was staple especially at Xmas when the Beano yearly annual came out. I would read it from end to end - day after day.
Rodger was from the Dandy comic and he had a big book of 'dodges' that listed ways of getting out of doing chores. He always got off them.. me... meh... not so much... Lol.

[Tony Jordan]

Flat Stanley seems like he'd be handy to have around.
Thanks for sharing that. Our contributions to Anglo-American relations may flag us up as ambassadors for Trumps admin. I bet he reads loads of comics. Lol

[ReedWrite]

LOL...I'm glad you're closer to 50 than 40...such a nice age. I have to admit, I've never heard of the Beano Yearly Annual. I think I led a deprived childhood. I've never heard of Dandy comic either...but I wasn't into comics as a kid. Wasn't into TV much, either. I was in 4th grade when we moved back to the states, and prior to that we didn't have a TV. We got one then...but I don't really remember watching it very often. My brother and I were more likely outdoors playing 3 Musketeers, or Combat, or some other rough and tumble game. :)

[Tony Jordan]

I was a square-eyed kid til the age of about 6 then a real outdoorsy kid for the next 10 years in which I earned my kid-scars at the front line of exploring.
Haha

Did you make wooden swords for Musketeering?

[ReedWrite]

Does sticks count as swords made from wood?
We seemed to always live near woods...and my brother and I spent a lot of time exploring...climbing trees...all the good kid's stuff. When we moved closer to family, there was my brother and my two cousins (both guys), so I got introduced to basketball and football...and there was an old deserted field of dirt near their house where we'd play war...build forts...lol...sounds stupid now, but seemed awfully fun then.

[James]

Funny how we can get a little clarity from a stranger, there was one such writer in my life too. I enjoyed this a lot.

[Tony Jordan]

Holding people at arms length so we can't hear/read what we know we need to is often to blame.
I'm intrigued by your review James.
Thank you for the visit.

[Jack Necron (Aubrey Jac..]

The flow is so relaxed and the directness of this is a nice touch, it comes across like having a conversation with someone. I like the message expressed as well, sometimes the right words are all we need to pick ourselves back up. Thank you for sharing this.

[Tony Jordan]

Thank you Jack. I think the conversational style was me talking to me not the reader per se.
I appreciate your thoughts my friend.

[Gee]

Hmm, heard of hairy, smelly, slack but never Epifanny, and I thought I'd seen and tried the lot. Oh well, to late now.
Hope you're free from all of life's ills and troubles my friend. Let the good times roll

[Tony Jordan]

Epifanny - are Epic !! You snue-gliffer you lol
Let's move forwards in peace and harmony.
read moreEpifanny - are Epic !! You snue-gliffer you lol
Let's move forwards in peace and harmony.
Thank you Sir
x

[Gee]

Yes, I'll be the Yoko to your John.....or Ebony and Ivory, I'll be the black dude, I'm hung for it !!!

[Tony Jordan]

Give you enough rope and you will be - I can feel it in my waters.
You can be the woman who broke the Beatles - I'l be... *bang*...uuurgh

[Gee]

Ladies and gentlemen, friends, family and assorted hangers on. We are gathered here today to celebrate the life of that scouse scally Johnny L...

[Tony Jordan]

Lmao - gone to the toppermost of the poppermost..

[Alisa Js]

I don't think that love is blind, not true love anyway...

Lust is definitely blind as one's horomones are raging that they DEMAND satisfaction.. I think there, for some, they will substitute 'love' when it's really lust...

.. which then makes, sense...'love is blind'

If you love someone.. really love someone, you see them for who they are, good , bad and ugly... you accept that person for who they are, and them you, if it's true love. Forgiveness and mutual respect are a huge part of true love, real love

Something that is in short supply today..

True love
Real Love
lasting love for a lifetime

I think it really boils down to commitment really... if you really look at it ...

Thanks for sharing...

[Tony Jordan]

Lust is akin to wearing 'beer goggles' all day and all night and then convincing yourself that you have excellent 20/20 vision then Alisa?
Other things in short supply
hen's teeth
reliable plumbers
builders who give accurate quotes - lol

Thank you for the insightful review my friend.

[Alisa Js]

lol

Yes, indeed.

Lust is like tasting frosting and thinking somehow you're eating the whole cake!

lol

wishing you well.

Alisa

[Tony Jordan]

Wow - very well put.
I like the marzipan best lol.
Wishing you well back Alisa
Thank you.

[Alisa Js]

Me, too... my fav!

[jacob erin-cilberto]

sometimes we need that other's input...viewpoint because we are immersed and don't see how detrimental a relationship can be to us...

yes, thank God, for other poets.

j.

[Tony Jordan]

I guess like a electrical plug in a way - theres live - neutral and Earth (which saves the day).
read moreI guess like a electrical plug in a way - theres live - neutral and Earth (which saves the day).
Thank you for your input as always j. Deeply appreciate it.

[Michael X]

I have been there before. This poem has a passionate feeling that the reader can feel the poet's heart in the words. This is nicely written in form and ease of understanding.

[Tony Jordan]

Thank you Michael - I'm glad you could relate to this one. Thank you for the encouraging words.

[Valentine]

Had to smile at this write. Letting go is never easy. It is always best to hang on to the sweet memories, and let go of the sad ones. Valentine

[Tony Jordan]

Yes Kathie
Its hard but necessary.
Thank you.
I'm glad this gave you a smile today.