The Speaking Hummingbirds
A hummingbird appeared to me three times today.
An unusual occurrence,
Perhaps decorated with significance.
She paused in the sky,
Reminding me that every second holds prominence.
I hopscotched around dried, dead leaves like lost memories.
Swearing the flowers beside me said something,
What did they say as I passed by?
All the while a crow’s wings sounded like unraveling paper as he whooshed overhead.
My mind painting on you, vibrant violet and gold,
The colors of connection.
My ankle tickled inside my shoe with
Faded wishes of you
Stroking it again, like the most delicate harp.
I am in love with not the memories of you,
I am in love with not the illusion of you,
I am in love with the essence of you.
“It’s all very simple, isn’t it?” asked the little hummingbird
From the woman’s tattooed ankle.
He is a dream-catcher.
Standing by my side in my make-believe world
Changing shapes and kissing me.
I have never seen him naked
But I have felt his ecstasy, I have given myself to him
Every night my intrinsic nature and lifeblood courses with his
The moon our conduit for pure intimacy.
Freeing me, liberating me, releasing me
Back home.
On the last visit, my happy-hearted feathered friend
Holding a symbol of continuity
She sang to me, of infinity and of eternity.
Oh, how I wait to sing with you in harmony.
Your pictures and poems speak to me. I can relate personally to your writing. Thank you for sharing your feelings and insights on your experiences.
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Thank you for reading! I’m warmed to read that you feel a connection with my writing.
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Reblogged this on johncoyote and commented:
Please read and enjoy the work of talented writer.
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Artwork and words. Amazing and thank you.
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The artwork I can’t take credit for. Unfortunately, I don’t know the source. But the words are mine. Thank you for being such an avid reader of mine. I’m so glad you like my poetry.
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I do enjoy your work and you are welcome.
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What an amazing poem. Thanks to John for introducing me to you.
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I just started following your blog last night actually! I believe I even left a comment on “Cemetery of lovers past.” You’re such a gifted poet.
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