Fortress

 

 

 

Fortress

 

 

Stone by weathered cobble I build,

calloused hands ache in sweet surrender

Mortar’d affection of a coalesced consistency,

mixed and blended, bound by love’s tether

 

Stacking to heights of protective design

Patterned on roaming hillsides, serpentine wanderings,

Lush green fields crawl, blue sky diversions,

as song birds whistle to the day

 

And I sweat, my brow now drenched,

muscles pushed to horizonary boundaries,

tattered clothes sway in late afternoon breezes

Still I push on, fitting, finding, filling this need

 

Something so precious as glistening morning dreams,

crystalline musings, fragile bisque castings

Destined for my world, beyond battlefield dawns,

sifting serene country settings…quite peace

 

The long day ends, I marvel at my accomplishment

steadfast and suited to defend in sunset flames,

turrets of observative reachings soar above

timber and heavy iron chain…gated sanctuary

 

Now my love you may rest…

beneath starry heavens and comet renderings,

upon your bed of satin feathered sighs…

For I have built this fortress…around your heart

 

Author's Note

Thank you Sting for the musical inspiration & thank you for reading

Reviews

[Frieda P]

Oh my, I lost it with this one, hit a chord Jack. My sister Lee was the hugest Police fan, so anything by Sting, she'd go bonkers. Brought back memories of us singing like giddy little school girls, you brought a happy memory to my heart. Not to mention this is stunning, the imagery is awe inspiring. Can't say enough my friend. I love this to pieces, I know Lee would have too...

[Jack...]

Frieda, you are very welcome. I had no idea. This is by far my favorite Police/Sting song. I am a huge fan and finally a few years ago got to see them in person. But it is I who should be thanking you....so, thank you so very much. Your smile has brought one to my face.

[Brittany Zedalis]

Goodness I love this so much. The title fits it perfectly as well. This is a truly lovely poem. One of my favorites from you. :]

[Jack...]

Thanks so very much my friend. I appreciate you stopping by today and leaving such kind words for me.