Even the hardy folk
were brought to tears
on that black night
when all the years of hurt
became a single point
in space and time,
when all emotions
a volcano became
that was not to be held,
mighty in its wrath,
bursting violently forth,
burning through the steely skin
of the hardy folk.
great writing Jon! Like Devon wondered what' the black night 'was, but probably most communities have had or will have their 'black night.' Something so untoward and shocking that everyone is united by their feelings.
Jennifer
Hi Devon, thanks for commenting. I am happy you like this.
It does not refer to any specific moment. I hope that, just as it is for you, it can be any moment in time. A time to reflect on how things were, are and how they can and do change in the blink of an eye. Also, how many feelings and thoughts are hidden to be exposed in a single moment.
Jon
Devon Brock
Wed 3rd Jul 2019 21:33
Jon, I've been holding off commenting until others have done so, because I just had to know what event, if any, is being referred to as "that black night." So many moments in history are running around in my head - and aha - it is each and all of them. Fantastic work!
D
Thank you, Leon. I do not disagree.
<Deleted User> (17847)
Wed 3rd Jul 2019 16:57
being thrown a curved ball poem like this one Jon to me is what poetry is mostly about, as in keeping up the stirring of the old grey matter. I doubt you will disagree.
Thank you, Brian, Dorothy, Lisa and Devon
Thank you, Rose. It just came out of my head like this. ?❤
<Deleted User> (9882)
Wed 3rd Jul 2019 15:21
a very unusual poem Jon but none the less enjoyed.
Rose ?
If you wish to post a comment you must login.
This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.
Jon Stainsby
Fri 5th Jul 2019 06:41
Thank you, Jennifer.