this moment of consciousness i share with the child just born somewhere
taking its first breath wailing
and with my friend here in the hospital bed
gasping out his last breath.
his children chant the glory of Ram.
the whole room resonates.
beyond the window the sky resonates.
an eagle circles unhurried
among the clouds,
erasing all statements,
all beginnings and endings.
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Author notes
on witnessing the death of a friend
A contest entry
- A Window With A View by Emmyb.
700 points, ended June 18, 18 entries
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what a story you have told us and what a picture you have painted. this is good. well done. Thanks. Emmyb
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excellent
Enjoyed the read in this powerful thought provoking poem.....
Makes one think and esp the eagles as it circles in above and beyond the clouds
Best of luck ithir dhek'aaaaaaaaaaaaahugs
Susan~~~
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