Eternal Love - Valdaro's Lovers

A spot of digging revealed this

Death loans them grace, so face to face

in lover's lock they will remain,

while analgesic love will sooth

to help disguise their final pain.

Into each others eyes they gaze,

entwined within a last embrace.

All grains of sand pass far too fast,

a tragic end, a tragic place.

And there at rest until the day

unearthed, a Neolithic find.

Valdaro's lovers see the light,

a sight which touches modern minds.

God grant them breath for one last kiss

then leave them to eternal bliss.

Reviews

[θεά]

This reminds me of the final walk between artists Marina Abramovic and her lover Uley. Passionate, intense lovers who collaborated together on their radical art installations, they decided to part ways amicably in 1973- and the way to do it was very novel. Both would walk towards each other, from opposite ends of the Great Wall of China, for one lasting embrace, one final time- never to look back as they walked away from each other in opposite directions.

The past remains in the form of memory. Something that will remain, no matter how hard one tries. And that is something no one can take away.

And can the love and affect one felt for their love, completely ever go away? Does nothing of it remain? Not a wisp? Not a smidgen?

Answers to these will not need answers. Everything in life does not require them. Not when one has peace. Not when one has closure.

Not when Valdaro's lovers have their bliss in the knowledge that that part of their journey together is over. But the memories will remain.

Sorry, Christine, been a long day, but your write brought out so many thoughts. Some gift you have.

Best,
M.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Mallika for your interesting response. I have seen on the internet the meeting between Marina Abramovic and her lover from the past Uley, so I am aware of what happened and how they parted. I am happy that my little poem took you on quite a journey of thought. I appreciate your visits and your wonderful responses very much.

Chris

[emipoemi]

......I have no words....my voice is in my awe!! This is a brilliantly constructed poem! Profound and engaging.

I must say, it would make the rhyme more complete if you used a monosyllabic synonym of "touches" - like "moves" (which would also add alliteration to the line), and thus be able to add a "the" and be able to singularize "mind".

Well done otherwise! Much enjoyed!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you emipoemi for checking this one out. Your suggestion for an edit, is sound. Would improve this piece. Thank you

Chris

[emipoemi]

my pleasure.

[Luissanto]

You are truly blessed with such an incredible gift. Your sensitivity and passion show through each line you write. Your description of their love and tragedy can't help but touch one deeply.
Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

[Chris Shaw]

Luissanto, I am humbled by your response. It makes me happy to know that my poetry can touch others. Thank you so much for checking this one out.

Chris

[Lorry]

This is beautiful Chris. The thought and the images behind the words. I can picture those two, forever entwined, looking into the eyes forever more.
Sounds like they got their perfect ending, their happy ever after...or should that be happy forever after? :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Lorry , it could be either :)) When I heard this on the news, must have been about 5 years ago now, I knew I would have to write about it.

Chris

[Dave]

Chris - this is so poignant, so sweet, so full of love. You inspired me to Google to find just who these lovers were, or are. Thank you for the lesson.

Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. Glad you googled to find out more. Hope all is good with you. Appreciate you checking this one out.

Chris

[Dave]

Thank you - again. All is well here. I hope the same is true with you.
Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

All's quiet on the western front Dave :))

[Dave]

Good show!

[Jimmy Yetts]

The eternal romantic.
Beats the constant cynic all to hell.
A beautifully portrayed poem, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jimmy.

Chris

[LKBillips]

So after reading this little gem I had to research these two. Very interesting find! What a great poem from a fascinating inspiration. Tragic yet beautiful. Very sweet poem here. Thanks for sharing!

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased you googled it LKB. Quite a story
eh? It certain!y attracted my muse :) Thanks for checking in.

Chris

[Carolynn]

This was written so well, describing their love and their pain - so Romeo and Juliet (ish) - glad you dug it out for us to enjoy :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Carolyn. The story made quite an impact when it appeared in the media, probably 5 or 6 years ago now.

Chris

[Relic]

I wonder if their spirits were awakened? This is a great job, Chris. I'll bet even National Geographic magazine would be impressed. :))

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Tim. An old poem. Came about as a result of reading a newspaper article. It really fascinated me.

Chris

[Ardra]

To love in the arms of your beloved....holding his gaze....couldn't ask for a better death..... Mmmm wouldn't it be pain to watch the other die...than to know in death also you are to be with each other to continue the love in afterlife....
Such a beautiful poem Chris...the romantic Looney bird inside me is full of joy after reading this creation of yours....😘

[Chris Shaw]

Ardra, ever the romantic. I am smiling dear one that this has given you joy. I felt sorrow when I read about it. Thank goodness we aren't clones and we do see things differently. Pleased to see you here :))

Chris

[Ardra]

Lol mmm I have these rose tinted glass stuck to my eyes... :p
So I end up seeing everything in that way..... for me it's love that makes the world go round and round hehhe.... ya thank God we are not clones...