Fly Raven Fly

may this be my masterpiece misinterpreted by the masses.

 

Fly raven fly

Above the clouds of misperception

That reigns over the misguided.

Never change your color

In order to change the world’s

Interpretation of your intent

With Poe’s heart.

You hide in the dark

Like meaning in a mad poet’s verse,

That don’t make you

The grim reaper stalking a lost soul

In the dead of night.

 

Fly raven fly

Into the harshness of judgmental light

So your shadow can reveal

The grace of your wings

Not seen in the darkness of the weak minded.

Shall your piercing eyes

Forever be the guide

For the mentally blind.

 

Fly raven fly

For nevermore shall you be grounded

By the weight of misinterpreted quotes

From faithless spirits.

May your mysterious strength

Be the inner peace that protects

The headstones of the brokenhearted.

 

Fly raven fly

So I can continue to believe

That your heartbeat

Is as free as mine.

 

Reviews

[APOORVA]

In order to change the world’s
Interpretation of your intent
With Poe’s heart.
You hide in the dark
APPRECIABLE! VERY CONTENDED THINKING...

May your mysterious strength
Be the inner peace that protects
The headstones of the brokenhearted.
THIS LAST LINE, I AM TOUCHED DEAR WRITER.
COMMENDABLE

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

WOW, thank you for that deep review.

[Botania]

Dark and yet delightful. Appropriate for the end of October. Visions of graveyards and mysterious birds do come to mind. The best part, though, is the idea of the raven flying strong and free like yourself. This begs the question, "Free to do what?" In this scary scenario, anything could be possible.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you for that insightful review.

[Botania]

You're welcome.

[Autumn Dawn Ridge]

People are very. . . . superstitious. If a raven showed up at my door, I would probably laugh and want to chase him-----see where he went, trusting he'd take me places I'd want to see. I really think of them as mischievous clowns, not omens of bad things. A candle and the darkness are both blessed. Good work!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

I see Ravens as the watchers over those who are down and out till they find the light again. I think most think of it as death because they are black. Thank you.

[Autumn Dawn Ridge]

You have a unique perspective, that really comes through in your writing! I like your interpretation! Here's mine: Maybe the Raven was really the embodiment of Lenore's ghost, and maybe she too, couldn't bare to be separated from him, anymore than he could her. The poem is open to all sorts of interpretation. The way I read it, at the end, the Raven collects him, and off they go. Where they ended up, nobody knows? The afterlife maybe. The interpretations are endless. The poem has special meaning for me: sometimes when your sitting there thinking of someone, don't be surprised if they show up at the door! Keep writing!!!

[Lyn Anderson]

This is by far one of my favourites I have ever read of yours. The allusions to Poe are perfect, while still maintaining your own unique style.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank so much. I am humbled by your kind review.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Cowboy, this is truly a magnificent poem of the black birds and their poetic presence. Thank you! I like the font; it added an oldworld charm that reminded me of Old Poe.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank yo much… appreciate the wonderful sentiment.

[Bright Ocean Star]

you are welcome..:)

[Patricia]

WOW! This has to be one of the best poems I have ever read! I don't even know what to say other than ...it is outstanding!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Wow, I don't know what to say myself… thank you isn't enough.

[Botania]

Dale! This piece holds my hand. Speechless here. Maybe change to "that doesn't make you.."

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you very much.

[gabrielle]

This is a beautiful literary piece my friend. I love your Poe's references in here. Also, the symbolism (raven) you used is quite fitting to the whole theme of this write. Indeed, sometimes even our purest intentions are being misinterpreted because of our outward appearance. i enjoyed reading this piece.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you so much, I am a big Poe fan and believe is was misunderstood when referencing the Raven… appreciate the kind feedback.

[Madalyn Beck]

Amazing. You made me want to fly away with this write! Great write!! (:

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank you so much sweetie.

[Rita L. Sev]

Completely blown away by this, Dale... truly a masterpiece!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Wow thank you very much, that made me smile wide :)