The Real View

The Real View/…………………………………………..By Sami Khalil

The view within is the real view.  A psychological poem.

The Poem:

You only see the ripples above waters as self-expression,

but not the merciless anarchy within.

You witness candles burning in the dark,

but not the residue of scar-tissues melting away.

You only observe weary eyes crying sadly in basted memories,

but not their wounds growing like fingernails.

You only glance at craggy mountains rising to drape the sky,

but not the stalled echoes within valleys.

You only stare at pallid grave sites at the edge of humanity starving for answers,

but not the dead and what have become.

You only spot a blind among the anointed blind... others hanging in the balance,

but not the one who dares to look at the sun.

You only notice beginnings and endings.

If you can only see…

The real view!

Reviews

[AprilRN1210]

This reminds me of those "blinders" that they put on the horses to keep them from getting "spooked".. they can see the road ahead of them well enough but miss out on everything around them.. I think too many people "see" like this.. They are too focused on the road ahead to fix the road behind them and enjoy the road they are on, and the road ahead just stays in the distance.

Sometimes it is easier to just look on the surface instead of taking a deeper look. You are afraid of what you might find.. When you go deeper the pain becomes more real, the monsters more scary, the hurt more profound. When you look inside others to see who they really are you might not like what you see.

I think that is what is wrong with most of the world today. It is easier to just take things at face value instead of understanding things for what they really are. Seeing the person for who they really are instead of just what they WANT you to see.

The anger can disappear once you realize that it is due to a hurt that you can heal... The sadness can go away once you tend to the wound and heal the scar. The friend who is lonely can have that shoulder they so desperately need to lean on but too afraid to ask.

If we take a good hard look at those memories and past mistakes we can learn the lessons that are there waiting and keep from repeating them over and over. We must see the consequences that our actions have on others, how it affects their lives, their happiness, their well-being.

The real view is actually taking the time to LOOK: not skim the surface, not glance at, not take at face value, not gloss it over--but DEEP down inside and reflect.

I REALLY LOVE this piece Sami!!! It is my new favorite of yours....

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. You have blown me away with this truth and deep insight. You have summed up this poem marvelously. Your wisdom shines through in our darkness. I can't thank you enough...:)...........................

[AprilRN1210]

You said it so much more eloquently than I... I just threw in my opinion and views on what you wrote..... You write so beautifully and it always "speaks" to me in ways that I absolutely adore. You have a creative spirit and the skill to deliver magically. Thank you for sharing such breathtaking writing. I am a fan:)

[Sami Khalil]

Same here. Thank you kindly...:)...............

[AprilRN1210]

You're welcome kindly......:)...............

[Sami Khalil]

:)................

[Mel Lisa]

what an amazing piece. I especially liked the beginning "You only see the ripples above waters as self-expression, but not the merciless anarchy within."
excellent analogy and imagery all through out. Just brilliant!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much dear poet for this lovely review and time. I appreciate all of that...:)....................

[Kasey Miriam]

Wonderful poem Sami! It's filled with the truth. one cannot truly see what is going on by just seeing a situation

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Well said and observed. So thankful for taking the time and effort to review. Glad you have visited. Take care...:)......................

[Konigin]

wow. The real view... Its always shrouded isn't it?? This poem is genius. Well Done Friend! :)

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Yes it is and you have summed it up marvelously. So glad you can share your thoughts with us...Take care...:)....................

[Konigin]

:) Anytime Sami!

[Sami Khalil]

:)..........................

[emmajoy]

This for me, is one of your finest poems, the meaning and philosophy doesnt have excessive pedantry, it's more a display of how to pause, how to give self to others.. and, not to merely see but look.. and more.

Life being such a rush, time being such a premium, so many of us only see facades, the outer planes of what is humanity. We've forgotten how to look into people's reasons for being and doing, for their exaggerated happiness or apparent moods because - there's more behind their demeanours but we're blind to the reasons why. How sad is that, sad that day by day we become more island and less Man - (' no man is an island.. ')

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much beloved poet for this vote of confidence which is an honor coming from a great poet. So glad you like the simple but powerful message within the lines. You have added an icing to the cake. Again, thank you so much....:)................

[Patricia]

MUAH! Perfect! This perfectly suits someone I know. :) Great write

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much Patricia for all you say and do. Glad you like it. Take care...:)......................

[Yellow Butterfly]

If you can only see..... Sami, your words have a way of allowing the reader to dig deep and really take stock on what life is truly about. You could pose many questions from this insightful and wonderful write.....i.e

"Why are we here?"
"What is life all about? and
"What is the purpose of existence?"

But.......sadly for some...cynicism gets in the way of their view...

Exceptionally penned my dear poet/friend....

YB

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. So true and wonderfully said. You have given us a great insight and dimension to this write. I can't thank you enough for all...Take care...:).............................

[ms. barrie]

...Wow, this is simply gorgeous...eloquently compelling.
Amazing use of imagery, that strips away superficiality...
Again, the beauty of your words never ceases to amaze me!
Thank you for sharing, Dear Poet! :))

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. I love that you touched on the truth which you said it amazingly. I can't add anything to those beautiful and truthful words on the human condition. Take care...:)................

[ms. barrie]

You're very welcome, Sami...this was a pleasure to read! :)))

[Sami Khalil]

:).............................

[ms. barrie]

:))) btw: I love the accompanying artwork, perfect marriage! :))))

[Sami Khalil]

Thank you kindly...:)........................

[ms. barrie]

De nada, Senior Poet

[Sami Khalil]

^^~^^ :>)...........................

[ms. barrie]

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[Sami Khalil]

☺☺☺..................................

[ms. barrie]

Lol out win :)))))))))))))))))))))

[ms. barrie]

...............*you*…………………

[Sami Khalil]

:)............................

[Baby Ricochet]

Great imagery and metaphors here. A splendid job all the way round. Well done sir! Well done.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much brilliant poet for all you say and do. I'm honored when you visit...:)....................

[Tom]

Money maketh not men and in this materialistic, fickle modern society, life becomes more transparent by the day, so much better to take the time to see a little deeper the beauty within the soul !!

An outstanding depiction of the subject Sami, relayed in meaningful, sincere poetic words !

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. I can't agree more with the truth of your words and insights. In all our ways we should acknowledge God and the deeper things of the spirit and He will guide our path and inner sights. Be blessed good brother...:).................

[Tom]

'here here', good Sir!

[Sami Khalil]

:).......................

[Lyn Anderson]

Another fantastic write. A really great piece, with insight into humanity -- you are very good at that.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you so much wonderful poet for the little push and inspiration you gave me in a nice way. I have heeded your advise. Be blessed...:)...............