Low Hanging Fruit

Low Hanging Fruit      by Sami Khalil

Thoughts on failure and success in relationships.

There is deafness in the air that lingers

Calling out things left between us unsaid

Paying no mind to me, pointing fingers

Had I gone to great lengths, failing instead.

 

Failure needs neither speech nor ears to hear

Only dreamscape statues to behold thus

What a stranger who bounces back from fear

Whistle and walk like a hero, nonplus.

 

Hold your breath through the canvas of the night

Confident the briny tears shall avail

I ponder words that bind some beings tight

Leaving indentations of sketchy trail.

 

There is no pleasure in low hanging fruit

Fondly praised are the wins in earned pursuit.

Reviews

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

your words really illustrate what you are feeling. i feel it too, the burden of carrying past failiures. while it is to tell others 'forget about it' or 'you only fail if you give up' such cliches ignore what is undeniably true. to allow yourself to sit in these emotions must be therapeutic. and reading it has helped me a little to reconcile with my own past. 'Hold your breath through the canvas of the night / Confident the briny tears shall avail' is a sad yet beautiful line. and to render something painful into something beautiful is surely the best way to accept loss.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Your words are poetic and spot on. You have summed it up marvelously. I'm glad we could inspire each other. Thank you kindly for sharing and the visit.

[Tan-90]

I feel that your poem reflects on the complex emotions that arise from unspoken words, unresolved connections? It explores how silence and lingering regrets can weigh on a person. But as you said so beautifully, nothing ever worth holding on to comes easy.. enjoyable read. Thank you.

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy woooo! So true and well articulated dear poet and friend. Thank you kindly for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us

[Pryde Foltz]

NY'NICE. Superbly penned and elegant write of meaning. A poem that connects with our emotions and lifts us up with its intellect. Loved.

[Sami Khalil]

Love it! I'm so glad you think so dear poet and friend in beautiful Vancouver. No wonder where you get all this creativity. Thank you so much.

[Pryde Foltz]

My Vancouver days are behind me for a while. Up in northern Alberta now.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Did not know. Enjoy!

[Pryde Foltz]

NY'NICE. Superbly penned and elegant write of meaning. A poem that connects with our emotions and lifts us up with its intellect. Loved.

[Sean M. Addams]

Awesome piece . Imagery was great. Overall a very impressive piece. r last lines are my fav

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy woooo. Thank you kindly sir for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us. Glad you like it.

[Rochelle]

I love this, great work. It’s a powerful piece I’m excited to see what you write next.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much dear poet and friend for this wonderful review. See you on your page.

[redzone]

another fine sonnet from a worthy poet. Often, too much time is lost in words unspoken, which if said, might lead to deeper love and not failure. We may hear, but do we actually listen?

Sami, I am glad I am reading your poetry again.
Curt

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy woooo!
So true and well said dear poet and friend. Can't thank you enough for all you input and continued support.
Will visit soon.

[J. B.]

What a well written piece. The cadence is fantastic, and it helps move us through your emotions. I’m currently in a situation that reminds me of this, so I find it really relatable. Great work.

[Sami Khalil]

Howdy do J B. Thank you so much dear poet and friend for this wonderful review and sharing. Glad to see you. On my way to visit.

[Lisasview]

Hi Sami...yes, it is me Lisa...now in Spain...
I have been away for ages due to broken bones and a new knee replacement... My inspiration and muse deserted me but now it seems to be back.
I am delighted to find you online and to read to read you Sonnet... Excellent and oh so visual.
I enjoyed the many metaphors throughout... fabulous...
Lisa

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! How delighted to see you back, healing from things, appealing to your higher survival calls and connecting with old friends. The human spirit is boundless in many things. Creativity is one of them. Thank you kindly for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us

[Lisasview]

Yes, I do believe that Creativity is the spark of life...
Lisa

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! I agree wholeheartedly. Thank you again.

[Linda alexander]

Hi Sami how are you and family. Keep me posted man from mars. Few of you are my mentors in writing

[Sami Khalil]

Hi Linda! All is well, are well. Thank you for asking. My honor and pleasure to have known you; a woman from Venus, an artist from mother Earth.