read 'tween the lines

Take each sentiment,

     twist at your own discretion

  a cathartic inquisition

   can grasp timely translations,

  bend them aptly to suit your

           own disaster's rhyme

  turns on a dime in 

           perspectives's intuition,

  everybody knows the

     ideas are simply overstated 

       and liberally conjugated 

   words read surreptitiously

          'tween the paraphrased lines

  aimless paths amidst seaweed petals

                  & wildflower drifts

   where horizons breathe to expand,

       & rush meets lush tranquility's rhythm

Reviews

[redzone]

ah ha, a philosophical poem from you Frieda... And music too, "I got nothing left to prove... to you" "a wildflower"...

I liked the feel of these words as I read them, they were like a "daisy in as field of roses" (from the song), or "wildflower drifts" (your words, which I found nicely "conjugated" by the way)... even in poetry, metaphor and image, there is reality, and it is either true or not, someone has twisted the meaning and intent of your words... hopefully I have not done this with this poem Frieda, missed the point...

you don't have to read between the lines to know that "wildflowers (and their drift)" are beautiful because they are "wild"... anyway, you know sometimes I go all over the place as I read your poetry Frieda...

[Frieda P]

Doing the happy dance to your sweet words Curt....

[Bright Ocean Star]

These are excellent truth perspectives that come with age. We always try to learn what we can from every poem, writing, situation, or negative result. As long as we learn something, it won't be a waste of time or energy. Catharsis only comes with time and perspective. Love this sentimental write. ...and I really love the inspirational quote at the bottom. That one is huge! Hugs!

[wordman]

we look for magic and beauty in every thing and sometimes we find it

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

Beautiful! I love the imagery. I could sigh and close my eyes in visualize each stanza! I cannot even begin pick a favorite line! Very poetic poem.

[Brittany Zedalis]

╰☆╮Sometimes I have to stop myself from reading between the lines..but most of the time I simply cannot help it. Enjoyed this a lot, Frieda. :)╰☆╮

[Rita L. Sev]

Perspective is a fickle lens indeed... Love the Gibran quote - it is a perfect companion for your words, Frieda.

[TL Boehm]

bend them aptly to suit your
own disaster's rhyme
this line really stuck out for me. Seems like I do this myself - often. Found myself superimposed over this poem. my words are a mess - an unpretty mess.
This poem is a thorned flower. Well done.

[Frieda P]

I love your unpretty messes, thanks Tam, figured you'd understand....

[Mayank]

Very philosophical and goes with human tendency, how we perceive things and how outlook can change after we know them. The verses we read means lot than just mere rhyme.

[Frieda P]

Exactly, thanks so much Mayank.

[Aprille]

This is so poetic. I admire you for your deep, captivating words. I love the quote by Khalil Gibran blended with a beautiful song...this is just so serene and perfect. :)

[Frieda P]

Woo you're back olive, haven't seen you in ages, thanks muchly! :)

[Aprille]

Haha, thank you. :) I've been busy at school. :)

[KAREN]

Catchy title! love the title, and the emotions in the poem. You have some awesome lines in this poem as well.

[Frieda P]

Grazie mille, jazz'd you enjoyed.

[KAREN]

You're welcome!