This the blog of a would-be poet. As often as I am able, I will post a new poem. I may post sonnets, Haiku, other forms of poetry, and also free verse. Along with each poem, I will post the piece of music from which I drew inspiration. I would make the request that you start the music before you begin reading the poem. Music and Poetry are so closely tied, I believe they are best experienced together, and I encourage you to listen and read at the same time.
Friday, August 20, 2010
The Vessel
When I am crafted, my shape gently curled,
Colors of sun breed about me are twirled.
My feet are put firm on the earth of my kin,
My mouth opened up like the seed of my twin.
Brothers and sisters are all cast aside,
I am the chosen suitor of the bride.
I fill with a liquid more costly than gold,
Awaiting the helpmate I soon shall behold.
Confident stand I, for I have prevailed.
Fortitude will I procure for the veiled.
My body will protect the axis of posy
Forever we live in the fortress of Cosy.
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Notes
This is a 'song' of innocence. It is one of a set of two poems which symbolize songs of innocence and experience. William Blake is known for writing such poetry. I will post the song of experience tomorrow and further explain.
Labels:
Birth,
Free Verse,
Innocence,
Saint-Saens
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