O Icarus you didn't fall.

You tried to touch the sky, O Icarus.
Though you fell, you inspire.
You make me want to have faith
and never be afraid to try.

Even so, Apollo melted your feathers of wax,
and burned your skin,
aiming for the sun was nothing like you thought,
and the ocean's thunder your ultimate peace.
Your hands reaching for Daedalus while he had no clue
of how you were drowning,
not because of your search for needless satisfaction
but under the weight of his sins.

You still inspire.
You make me want to give it all up
for that one love,
expecting nothing in return,
and rising above in a world which is already deluged.

Reviews

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

This is a powerful and moving poem that really captures the essence of the Icarus myth and the themes of ambition, sacrifice, and redemption that it represents. I love the way that the you used vivid imagery and rich language to explore the complex emotions and motivations of the characters, and the way that the poem builds to a climax of emotional intensity is truly breathtaking. The final lines, "You still inspire, / you make me want / to give it all up / for that one love," are a testament to the power of love and the human spirit to overcome even the most daunting obstacles, and they serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of staying true to our dreams and our passions, no matter how difficult or challenging they may be. Overall, I think this is a wonderful piece of writing that will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to achieve their goals or to find meaning and purpose in their lives.

[Coyote Poetry]

To reach for the stars. A worthwhile dream. I liked your phrase for the man. Thank you my friend for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[emmajoy]

' Expecting nothing in return - And rising above - In a world - which is already deluged.'

Trying to reach the heights in anything at any level is what makes the world.. life.. love.. become that much richer and worthier. Icarus dared, that's what matters, no need to analyse or criticise the result, the scars, the near disaster.. reaching out is an emotional trial that needs be tested.

So impressed by the feel of this post, the thoughts behind it, seeing another facet of a familiar myth and one's own acceptance of anything beyond the norm. The Icarus example reminds me of the wee spider that tried and tried again - happens! A wonderful collection of words that had become far more by its finish.

[zainul]

A lovely inspiring work.Thanks for sharing.

[Miss Sharon]

(You still inspire You make me want To give it all up For that one love Expecting nothing in return And rising above In a world which is already deluged.) The entire post just takes my breath away and this fabulous closure in the final stanza is just the icing on the cake! Bravo. ~Sharon

[John the Baptist]

The good thing about martyrs is the positive effect they can have on others. The speaker in this offering acknowledges the failure of Icarus' unwise efforts, but is inspired by his willingness to try, to give his all to soar above the commonplace. Perhaps there is something to be said for going out in a blaze of glory as opposed to gradually falling apart in place.

[Einstein Noodle]

yes .. you capture that inspiration well .. and using a well worn Icarus he becomes fresh and new .. we can be consumed with desire to reach out to the Divine .. to have it ... but once a person grabs a hold .. it can be quite the surprise .. danger to the right and left ... with little to fall back on when the fire gets hot ... the classic story ... your straight up language and free form choice .. bring the theme home to me ... love your positive closing ... tho fallen Icarus having just that slim glimpse survives in your protagonist .. makes me feel cleansed and refreshed ..peace and joy!
E.

[AJNJ]

I think Icarus was a daredevil. A reckless kind of guy. He had everything but wanted to grab at the something just outside his periphery. He’d have made a great gambler, great corporate honcho, great anything in today’s times. Great subject. Great thinking.

[¿]

In countless way this piece can be depicted, either to teach or to learn. How selfless one has to be to perform every kind task, some are born like that and some endure like Icarus. When ancient characters and archaic words are inside a poem or story, am always drawn to that! Thanks for sharing this, love and bless♡♡

[Verse]

Fairy, your verse reads like a heroic song performed in memory of the grand myth of Icarus. It is truly lovely!!! And in addition, you dive deeper, showing us how the lessons of bravery apply in matters of love.

May you rise, and continue to rise above!!!

V