Toward Infinity

This world, unsettled, restless, suits my mood

Of vague dissatisfaction. Edgy time

Will whittle shards of life away like wood

And leave a staff on which I can't rely.

Recoiling from what comforts and provides

Distraction from my weary pilgrimage,

I once again will turn my search inside,

Not certain what my vision may assuage.

For this wayfarer set out lifetimes hence

In mad pursuit of immortality,

Not seeking or expecting second chance,

Instead, a quest to live forever free;

To live content wherever I may be

Yet set my sails toward infinity.

Reviews

[Helen]

Like Richard, the acrostic is subtle but in plain view and double kudos to you for weaving a tale that takes the eye way from the Acrostic but brings it back into view :-)

But the lines that spoke to me especially are

'Will whittle shards of life away like wood
And leave a staff upon I can't rely.'

Brilliant... awesome... humbling... so true :-)

Joel... your writings lately take a journey that I'm sure your astounded by, just like your readers.
I love this!

[Tate Morgan]

Ah well I can relate to that dont we all seek it in our early years Then live to regret any wasted years in search of it.Then treasure the times we have left

[Joel M Frye]

Thank you, Tate. Good to "see" you again!

[Tate Morgan]

Well thankl you I have been at dinner and a movie with myu wife tonight hope all is well

[nyla bass]

I love the melancholia of this poem.
Favorite line: 'Will whittle shards of life away like wood' (brilliant).

[Joel M Frye]

Thank you kindly for the read and reaction, nyla.

[nyla bass]

you're welcome.

[...]

. wow ... your definition of spirituality astounds me, monsieur joel ... (your vocabulary and poetry does too) ... each line is a milestone ... i think i am fortunate that i have experienced this journey ... and ... even more fortunate that you articulated it because i couldn't in a million light years ... this is a masterpiece ... an infinitely precious prayer that i'd never forget ... thank you for this gift ...

[Joel M Frye]

The fact that you felt the prayer in the poem is the most tremendous gift you could give, mlle. serah. By the way...my late sister's name was Sarah. I'm struck by that every time you write/comment. Just wanted you to know. :)

[...]

. thank you for sharing that with me, monsieur joel ... i'm overwhelmed to know that my existence in the universe of verse reminds you of her ... it feels like a very precious blessing ... she's a part of my consciousness now and shall be with me forever :) ...

[MOON]

Absolutely lovely embracing forever.

[Joel M Frye]

If only forever allowed the embrace, moon. Thank you.

[...]

Beautifully written spirit quest!

[Joel M Frye]

Thank you, lynn. Much appreciated.

[Kaylor Mason]

True freedom of expression in wiritng, in every literal sense of the word. Nice

[John Patrick Robbins AK..]

this has alotta big words which means its deep once is always good cause ya cant hang out in the shallow end of the pool its mine im kidding Joel you have a great sense of pace very well written amigo have ya ever found yourself searching for the right wine to go with your captian crunch yeah me either merlot works great though cheers stay crazy Gonzo

[FJ Davis]

In the foolishness of my youth, I once submitted what I thought was a great little poem to a popular magazine; it featured the acrostic, "Buy This."
Eventually received this note from one of the magazine's wily old editors:
"Not, at present,
Open to subliminal seduction!"
This is a wonderful work, Joel, profoundly perceptive and just plain right--a sparkler!
Sometimes, though, I really wish I had some sails to set; seems like I've been swimming this entire lifetime.

[fargone]

i like this a lot, joel. and i recognise the mood as one that visits me often. beautifully written, buddy :)

[stars are far]

i loved this a lot
really great