In the scars are the stories

In the scars are the stories

A Poem by An owl on the moon
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Why do I cling to mist?

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Why do I cling to mist?

These dreams of dust and ash?

Life is woven in frail fabric

Loose threads of myriad colors

Divine tapestry of a thousand scars

But in the scars are the stories

Endless remembrances

On one such threaded glimpse

Were Gwenhwyfar and Lancelot

Two flames destined to fall

Like stars cascading from the skies

Their story still etched

On the edge of ancient places

He only wished to be Gwenhwyfar’s shadow

Yet great Camelot fell

Why could not Avalon save them?

Why was Merlin’s magic so feeble?

Now weary is this wanderer

This wondering Neverlander

Waking into a world of dying fire

Into a world of aching embers

Echoes enshrined immortal

© 2017 An owl on the moon


Author's Note

An owl on the moon
“Had I told the sea what I felt for you, it would have left its shores, its shells, its fish, and followed me” -- Nizar Qabbani

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Who are this characters Craig? Must say though I love this types of writings , their flair is so enchanting and so was yours :) happy read

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

Thank you, dear Latifa. Always appreciate your kindnesses. Gwenhwyfar and Lancelot are mythic loves .. read more
"But in the scars are the stories
Endless remembrances"

We hide our scars and put on a brave face to show the world but we're never free from these remembrances of how we did get them.

This is a breathtakingly beautiful piece, Craig and a bit sad for me as well.

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

How I deeply appreciate your presence and your thoughts, dear poet. With each new day I come to real.. read more
Dr. YumnaKay

7 Years Ago

Yes indeed. I hope that for you as well. You're welcome 😊
So very beautiful, I enjoyed this write

Posted 7 Years Ago


In the scars are the stories, I thought of all the returning veterans with arms and legs missing etc. and thought there was a horrific tale behind each event, Nice line. Valentine

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

I appreciate your insights, Valentine. Yes, those painful stories speak so much of their strength an.. read more
ECHOES ENSHRINED IMMORTAL ...well i dont have actual words to describe this work of urs..it mesmerized me to the core


Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

Thank you my friend. May you always find stories in your scars to keep you strong.
This is beautiful and moving...the perfect tale of 2 star crossed lovers...

"Two flames destined to fall
Like stars cascading from the skies
Their story still etched
On the edge of ancient places" are my favourite lines..

And of course the writer's note fits well with it and sounds utterly sublime..

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

You understood so well the darkness of these stars, and I deeply appreciate your words and presence... read more
Wow........so many beautiful elements are there in this one. This wanderer seems to be engrossed under the spell of past and its scars and brave enough to realise its depth.
There are some wonderful words used here.


Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words.
A low bow of gratitude for sharing your beautiful words.

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

I am so thankful for your kindness, my friend.
He only wished to be Gwenhwyfar’s shadow
Yet great Camelot fell
Why could not Avalon save them?
Why was Merlin’s magic so feeble?

We keep pondering these lines in our daily lives too isn't it my dearest poet...why is it that life doesn't work out to be simple....why does the ones destined to be together have to suffer the separation....
The scars of souls are difficult to heal....but with constant care and love all the scars will fill.... And the soul will be filled with only tattoos of love.... no more the pain of the old scars......

I loved the authors note too obvious isn't it .....you should tell the sea what she means to you ;) maybe she will follow you into the darkness to fill it with blue ...give it a try :D

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

Thank you for your beautiful words and wishes as well. Wishing such joy and beauty and magic for you.. read more
This is a very well executed piece.

Posted 7 Years Ago


An owl on the moon

7 Years Ago

Queenie? So glad you came. I hope this new year has brought you much joy.

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