Holding Hands

Holding hands is often the first and last thing we do with someone we love
Our true nature coveting the branching of root and leaf, nut and seed
When I held yours for the first time, doubt was cleared, your fingers were magic
The last time was filled with doubt until you could no longer hold, slipping, winking, finality

When I think of all the times I held your hand in between, I contemplate the meaning of love
And hope that there is someone holding your hand until you pierce the veil and start anew
Until then I vow to hold as many hands as I can in the hope of your return, I will know
And wonder where the time has gone and what you will be thinking when time loosens my grip

Reviews

[Gee]

If I could be granted only one wish it would be that my good lady wife hold my hand and catch my last breath breathed.
A beautifully sad, contemplative write Cowley. Top writing

[Crowley]

Thank you so much. that is a beautiful sentiment as well. Hope your New Year is progressing nicely!!!

[Gee]

All good thanks, hope you had a good Christmas and 2019 is happy and healthy for you and your kin

[Chris]

This is a thought-full pause for me. I AM looking into your words and tying them to my vision... and realities ...memories. The first four lines - I have lived and remember and pause as necessary to renew.

But the last four "feel" more of an anger needing release rather than of any Love returning ...least to me.

[Crowley]

Yeah, I think there's a bit of the unknown still floating about in that second stanza, more of an I wish than an it is. Its hard to summon that much faith sometimes, I would say you read that correctly. Thanks for the review Chris, I appreciate it.

[Chris]

Just being "real" - you're good and deserve no less.

[Crowley]

I definitely listen to you. Last time I believe I opted to remove the curse words from one of my pieces...you were right, it is better for it. I appreciate your insights.

[Chris]

words have a place, meaning, tone, and spirit. Cursing NEEDS reason for its impact not mere shock value or caringless intent.

[Jasnil Chand]

Utterly beautiful and amazing

[Crowley]

Thank you so much for stopping by!!! I really appreciate it!

[Neville]

when I can swallow the lump in my throat.. I will tell you just how good these words are and true... N

[Crowley]

Put the bagel down...lol. thanks Neville, good to see you back around!

[Neville]

kinda good to be back.. Sicily was very cold indeed

[Crowley]

Sicily!!! That sounds exciting and exotic. Of course that from this side of the pond. Going on a River Cruise in April from Bazel to Amsterdam...can't wait for that. Last year was Passau to Budapest....that was a whole lot of loveliness that I will never forget.

[Neville]

it was bloomin freezing.. snow and hail and Mount Etna erupting but oh' the grub was good.....

[Crowley]

Damn....that is uncomfortable and scary. But I can only imagine the food....my waistline is expanding just thinking about it. I'll have to go buy some size 24 jeans now...lol.

[Neville]

I so enjoy travelling.. its how I measure time.. from one trip to the next one... and yep I know precisely what you mean....

[Ryan I]

The power of a beautiful gesture. The sadness of lost and the meaning of touch and love. Thank you for sharing!

[Crowley]

Thank you for reading!!!! I am glad you liked it!!

[Dr. YumnaKay]

There is beauty in the simplest of gestures, holding hands being one of them. Certainly one to keep in mind forever.
'when time loosens my grip' - I love the gentle acceptance and the thought provoking tone in this one.

[Crowley]

Doc!!!! Its been awhile!! Thanks so much for stopping by and validating my sentimental mood yesterday!!! I appreciate it.

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Your voice in this poem speaks to my heart Crowley. Yes, the holding of hands at beginning and end is so loving and sacred. It is tribal, primal, human. It is universal. From first to last line, you impart a wisdom gained only from deep personal experience. Your words are a vow, a promise, an oath of deepest bond, extending beyond “the veil” of this life. They resonate with me as I feel these emotions for my beloved ones who have crossed over. Like you, I too hope that there is someone holding their hands. Thanks for this write.

[Lyn Anderson]

Another wonderful romantic and thoughtful poem. I love this. It is cerebral, yet soft.

[Crowley]

Thanks Lyn...trying to break out of the writing doldrums lately. I appreciate the review!!!

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

This has such a sentimental beauty Cee! Endings and new beginnings...so appropriate for the first week of this year. i wont get squishy cause I might cry ...so instead Ill smile at the beautiful serenity of it.

[Crowley]

Yeah, squishy usually not my MO, but trying to get back on board. Thanks Q!!!!

[Chris Shaw]

There is something so innocent and tender about holding hands. Such a loving thing to do. I love the sentiment expressed in your lines Crowley. Reminds me of holding my Dad's hand as a kid, and holding hands with my brother as he departed this world. Thank you for this.

Chris

[Crowley]

That is what I was thinking Christine. Thanks for the review, it is much appreciated.