icarus

icarus

A Poem by light and ashes




Icarus,

Yes, I have known great sadness,
but I have also known brilliant Sunlight.
I guess, like Icarus, I flew too high.
My wings melted,
and I crashed into the depths of the Seas of depression.
It almost swallowed me whole.
I will not make that mistake again.
My feet are becoming more planted to the ground than ever.
I am becoming more balanced.
I am breaking through.

I think one-day I will fly again.

© 2024 light and ashes


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I love the Icarus metaphor, referring the "dark to light cycle". Fly high!

Posted 1 Year Ago


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We dont see or recognise the light till we have been in those dark depths

Great write
Take care x

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

Thank you, Julie, appreciate you.
Having worked in the mental health field for 26 years, I have known many people who suffered with depression. As you note, it can be an all consuming illness. I was impressed by your positive attitude and determination to "fly again." Just keep aware of your stress level. That may be the heat that sent poor Icarus plummeting.

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

Thank you, I try to be positive. It just doesnt always feel possible.

I get the feeling this might be more autobiographical than many might imagine .. however, having read between the lines, I think and hope you are more like the phoenix who shall rise again and to lofty heights .. have a FAB weekend L&A .. Neville

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

It is, very.
I hope so too.
This is very nice, thank you.
Neville

1 Year Ago


.. you are more than merely most welcome :)
light and ashes

1 Year Ago

lol cool
thank you
But what happened if Icarus flew too low? His wings would get wet and he would plummet. Good reminder for myself. Gravity is strongest when you're going along with it, which eventually we all do. Nice poem. tyfs

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

Thank you, he flew too high..
So high that his wings (made of wax)
began to melt from.. read more
Thankfully you did not suffer the ultimate fate of Icarus. Experience brings wisdom and the beauty around us is enough. Nicely done.

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

Thank you so much! I appreciate you reviewing.
:)
I believe the moral of this story is that life is a gift and maintaining a balance with everything in moderation will ensure a long one. Much enjoyed. Light and love to you!

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

Bless you, Kelly.
That’s wonderful. I was worried about feet firmly planted. We all need to fly or at least try :)

Posted 1 Year Ago


light and ashes

1 Year Ago

yes, indeed, we do. Do not be afraid to fly, but do so with caution..reasonable caution.
well said. sad but hopeful. to live is to learn and improve. glad i read this ... :)

Posted 1 Year Ago


Pete

1 Year Ago

one of the earliest poems i wrote here in the cafe is called, "i am icarus" ... :)
light and ashes

1 Year Ago

really? I would love to read it. send me the link.
Pete

1 Year Ago

https://www.writerscafe.org/writing/ptine/1853446/

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