I Remember Blue

I remember blue

electric wilds of flight

before the colors of the world were tainted

breathing shades of blush

painting virulent days

days drifting

merging as raindrops into rivers

drops of simplicity

became oceans of complexity

complexity now

now in this moment

as you peer into my mind

sense in my soul who I am

make some sense of who I was

feel my heartbeat 

as you rhythm read these letters

landscapes form

mindscapes of freshly fallen show

show a voice

a voice painted in recollections

mirrored reflections

and I still remember blue

somehow…

Author's Note

“and everything burned in blue, everything a star” ― Pablo Neruda

Reviews

[Moonie]

1st off I really love owls too...one of my favourite animals...secondly, I appreciate how thoughtful and meticulous youpare with each poem...the quotes in the author's notes always fit perfectly, as do the photos and paintings that you choose...
As for the poem, I really can't find a fault in it anywhere...it flows effortlessly, like a river of quicksilver...Very well done! :))

[An owl on the moon]

So very thankful for your lifting comments, and am so hopeful that your week has been filled with peace. Take care! :)

[Cascara (aka Sprint Goe..]

blue is an excellent symbol for life: the vast sky and bodies of water compose a majority of earth

i love how you paid homage to this wonderful color :)

[An owl on the moon]

Yes, it's so true. Thank you so much Cascara. For me blue has always be so alive with magic.

[A.L.]

J'ai écrit une chanson qui ressemble à ça. Excellent travail C. J'aime l'imagerie ici.

“Your eyes have the colour of the moon,”
― Pablo Neruda
Maybe this can be your next inspiration.

[An owl on the moon]

Jouez votre chanson pour nous un jour. Aimerait danser dans la musique bleue. Ah, and dear Neruda. I will let these words inspire me. I deeply appreciate your thoughts and kindness.

[A.L.]

Ah, un jour.

[Silmara McGarry]

The image merges with the intensity of the words making it all an amazing poem!

Well done!!!

[An owl on the moon]

I am so grateful for your light here, Silmara!

[Silmara McGarry]

You are most welcome ;-)

[isabella]

daunting, gave me shivers...

[An owl on the moon]

Merci beaucoup, isabella. Heureux que vous soyez ici au café.

[SZHZIA]

I like the way in which you worded your emotional thought through blue color, though the is not my favorite color. I also like your photos and its relation with this piece. Thanks for sharing. Keep writing.

Best
Szhzia

[An owl on the moon]

Thank you so much, Szhzia. It seems blue reminds me most of my childhood, before I knew what darkness was. So appreciate your comments.

[SZHZIA]

It is my pleasure to read your poem and your are welcome, Froman.

[Coyote Poetry]

Amazing use of words. Your words made the photo come alive.
"mindscapes of freshly fallen show
show a voice
a voice painted in recollections
mirrored reflections"
The above lines. I could write a epic poem from. Thank you my friend for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[An owl on the moon]

Thank you for your constant kindness, my dear friend. Always good to have you by.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my friend.

[Manu]

I liked how you poured your emotions for the color blue. I echo your thoughts on this as blue is my favorite color too. Very beautiful imagery and write.
Nice image.
Keep sharing

[An owl on the moon]

Thank you, dear Gorthi. You must be brilliant if blue is your favorite as well. So glad you are here at the cafe! :)

[Ken Simm.]

Emotional colour. A poem raised almost to myth. Lyrical and flowing.

[An owl on the moon]

Thank you so much, Ken. It has always been my favorite. :)

[Ken Simm.]

You are more than welcome. I can see why.

[AYVID N]

Life grows more complex as it advances as tiny drops coalesce into bigger more complex ones...in it our quest to rediscover ourselves and the past tinted in a beautiful, primal blue...I really appreciate the association with the colour of the oceans where all life began. Stunning poetry Craig...

[An owl on the moon]

Thank you, dear Divya. There is something about blue that fills my mind with peace, from the sky, the sea, yes, all that life. May your new year have endless hope and joy for you.

[AYVID N]

Thank you Craig.
You are welcome.