~to the Moon & Back

In my heart of discontent

where remembrances lie

dandelion & butterfly raindrops

land upon my face

streaming in memories

fragile recollections of a better place

wafting through the air

into the atmosphere

on a wing and a prayer

looking for a sign

are you here with me still

within the magic of a flutterby

I sigh a dandelion's breath

dancing spirals grace a zephyr

gently drifting to the clouds

made a wish upon a star,

                   they make it that far

for our essence to meet

halfway between

 the moon & back

Author's Note

~reminder of what Lee used to say to me all the time, except she added Big Sis.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Your poetry is getting better and better. I hope to buy your poetry book one day and add it to my favorite. I like the flow of thoughts and how you used the language. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Frieda P]

Wow John, you humble me with your kind words, thank you so much.

[William J. Marsh]

Wow, I felt as though I was lying in the tall grass beside this person. I was drawn in and did not want to leave. Thank you for that moment.

[Frieda P]

Thank you for this moment, I'm jazzed you enjoyed this one Bill, it's very special to me....

[Leslie Philibert]

What I enjoy here is the way Frieda uses a central theme of wild flowers as a running theme ; that
makes this very complete ; fine idea well put together.

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much Leslie....

[TL Boehm]

for the essence of us to meet halfway to the moon and back. Butterflies, moonbeams, zephyrs. The pull of memory - a heartfelt poignant piece

[Frieda P]

Thanks muchly Tam, glad you enjoyed...

[Anand Sehgal]

fragile recollections of a better place
wafting through the air
into the atmosphere

An eternal imagery from the perspective of a mortal being .

[Frieda P]

Thanks Anand...sending messages out into the ether...

[kublakhan27]

I've read this a few times and am still trying to formulate my thoughts and articulate how it has moved me...the ending has not ceased to take my breath away every time I arrive at it, followed by the note you left at the end...I think the signs you look for are right there in the poetry you write, particularly what you've written for her...it's really hard to explain but I seriously think she is pushing your pen in these reflective pieces...it's a different voice for you...if I try to explain it any further I'll just wind up sounding shallow, but to sum it up, I see signs in your writing even though I met you too late - sadly - to have the opportunity to meet her...in spite of that, you write of Lee in a way that makes me feel like I did know her at least a little bit...the way you present her little tendencies and signatures with such vividness...I don't know, it sounds like a cliche the way I explain it but I see signs even if you don't, and she is never far away...I can say that confidently based on how I know you and the ways of your writing...xo

[Frieda P]

Always a comfort to read your sweet words my dear friend, you've touched my heart yet again, I'm so thrilled that you can feel some of her in my work, thanks so much Steve. xo

[kublakhan27]

:) Well you know I speak from the heart and would never make such claims idly...it means everything to me to know that I can lift your spirits in any way, even for a little while...always a pleasure Frieda, love you my friend...xo

[Joyce S. Greene]

Your images are soft and entrancing, Frieda, and they have landed safely in my heart. "butterfly raindrops" is one I will never forget. You write your feelings and when a poet does that, you know she knows her craft well. This poem is a winner!

[Frieda P]

What a sweet review Joyce, so nice of you to say...when I write about my sister Lee, it seems to all pour out on the page, so glad you enjoyed this one my friend.

[prachi prangya agasti]

this one is awesome... nice words, heartfelt... loved it..!!!

[Frieda P]

Grazie mille prachi, jazzed you did!

[SteveB]

Ouch. Knowing some of the backstory this is so raw. You nailed the emotion with this one Frieda. well done. Such soft language to describe so very well such deep pain.

[Frieda P]

Thanks for your gracious review Steve, muchly appreciated....

[Shivam Murari]

The poem is so blue! (pun intended). Very nice work!

[Frieda P]

Thanks Shivam, yes it is blue...