misty bridge

bridges span gaps in land masses, or gaps in relationships...how far dose one venture across a bridge too see that there may be no connection in sight?

the bridge that joined us, spanning hope,

had bent through mist and circumstance

then traversed time in sequence with

the seasons’ widening scope.

 

the valleys, ever reaching toward

the treetops, draped with sighs

align and synchronize

the disparate musings in the mist

that bond and categorize

the centric thoughts we can’t ignore,

the bridge we can’t resist.

 

such valleys welcome transit

over slender ropes and boards

still bonding

casting shadows on the hoards

of mindless memories, absconding with

the weakened dreams that can’t support

a bridge

or something more.

 

dan © 2015

Music: "Bridge of Sighs," by Robin Trower

Author's Note

Reviews

[Kelly Scheppers]

"the valleys, ever reaching toward
the treetops, draped with sighs
align and synchronize the disparate musings in the mist"

There's a depth to your writing, Dan, that you really excel with in these longer pieces. Impressive work, indeed!

[dan]

Kelly, I have to start giving myself a bit more credit for the things I write, I thought that this one was marginal at best. But I want to thank you very much for your positive remarks and continued support, it means a lot to me. take care...dan

[B]

Feel free to send more requests
I have grown to enjoy your work ....

[B]

I find such mystery and beauty in this piece
Like a work of art
Its only meant to be seen and loved for far

Only then does one see it and truly find in it all that was once lost in a soul
And in the moment a connection is made

The bridge you speak of
That comes with distance and time

And you seem to have covered both elements with finesses eloquence and gentility

A write from heaven ..... Thank you for sharing it

[dan]

Nisreenaa, Thanks so much for your wonderful interpretation of this piece. I am glad you were able to glean so much meaning from my mish-mash of words and metaphorical allusions. I always appreciate your reviews, thanks again. take care...dan

[....................]

Yes, the distance between one heart and another can often be clouded causing us to try and bridge the gap only to find that there was nothing there to begin with. An apt metaphor to examine this phenomena, Dan. Well-done!

[dan]

FT, I've long found that the word bridge is a versatile tool in expressing feelings, whether used in its straightforward meaning or employed as the impetus of a metaphor. And as is your custom, you analyze my work so well, I always enjoy your interpretations. Thank you, kind sir! take care...dan

[jacob erin-cilberto]

and you did one fine job of using the metaphor to explore the gaps in relationships and how we overcome them.

[dan]

As I said in response to FT's review I've always thought the word bridge to be a useful tool in writing, metaphorically or in it's basic application. Coming from you, who I consider a master of the metaphor I take this as a high compliment. take care...dan

[Brittany Zedalis]

You've once again proven yourself to be a wonderful writer, and definitely one of my favorites on here. I've thought of bridges in relation to relationships but I've never really seen anyone write about it in that manner. I very much enjoyed, dan. ^-^

[dan]

Luna, When I see how many amazing writers there are on WC, including yourself, I can only say that your words humble me. I've used the idea of bridges in many writes over the years, it is such a versatile word in a poetic sense. Thank you so much, I am honored by your compliment. take care...dan

[modtoddinc]

Another fine poem Dan, you seem to be in a 'creative flow' I really love this poem. Well thought out and expertly written. Keep it up my friend.

~peace, Todd

[dan]

Thank you Todd. I don't really know about the creative flow thing, I almost junked this one till I finally thought it was at least presentable. It's odd to me that the pieces that I consider marginal at best are the ones that seem to get the most favorable responses. I guess I'm my own worst critic. I appreciate your kind words and thank you for making me see what others may be seeing. take care...dan

[Dani The Unreviewed]

Nicely done. I like how you used a bridge as an example of bonds in relationships. A really good write.

[dan]

IM, Thanks so much for your kind words. Bridges are used in so many different ways, our language devises ways to use bridges in different guises, making it such a versatile tool in the poetic word. take care...dan

[Dani The Unreviewed]

You are welcome:)

[Willard Wells]

You are too kind. thanks.

[Willard Wells]

Together precariously suspended, yet not as close as you once were. I was writing more but the words just
did not express the feelings that I wanted for such a beautiful piece. Thank you for sharing.

[dan]

Willard, Thank you for your kind words. I went to your page to see what I could review, but all I came across were stories. I will try to get to them but I have a MH condition that inhibits my concentration and focus on long pieces. I feel s****y when I have to write these words, so I will definitely try, hopefully you may have some brief stories I can review. Thank you, my friend, and I'm sorry if I can't reciprocate. take care...dan

[Willard Wells]

I look forward to your reading them if possible. I really think I only have two real type stories. Most of my work is short and I have in the last two days been trying to expand that. I also have issue with long pieces. You I expect will see some common ground between us as you read some of my work. thanks.

[dan]

I will go there right now, sir, and with an open mind persuade my balky limitations to allow my access. take care...dan