Thanks, Jennifer! Maybe I’ll dabble with poetry again. It used to feel so natural, but stories have taken over and the poetry shows me an enigmatic face these days, lol. I appreciate your comment!
Wow, Liz, this is absolutely beautiful. I didn’t know you wrote poetry, though that shouldn’t surprise me. You are so gifted. And how interesting to have a recurring dream like that! I wonder what your subconscious was trying to convey?
Thanks! I started as a poet many moons ago before I began writing stories. I’m sure my subconscious was trying to tell me something, but I’m also sure I didn’t act on the message, lol.
this just shimmers Liz! haunting and beautiful. to think I had some role in bringing it to substack, i’m humbled. i’ve seen some dream analysis that says whales are problems or projects in your life. when I have a whale dream I always think it’s about writing haha
Thanks, EJ! And yes, we all have you to thank (or curse) for this poem showing up, lol. I will accept that it’s about writing. All other problems are transitory.
This is really beautiful! I’ve had a few projects inspired by dreams, and they’re always so fun to write!
Thanks, ECG!
This is beautiful. I felt caught up in your dream. I hope you'll write and share more poetry.
Maybe there's a reason you've been thinking about your dream again. Could be trying to tell you something.
Thanks, Jennifer! Maybe I’ll dabble with poetry again. It used to feel so natural, but stories have taken over and the poetry shows me an enigmatic face these days, lol. I appreciate your comment!
no drum but the heart, no ritual but the tide - Love this
Thank you, Jim!
Wow. I have no words. This is just exceptional.
Thanks, Katherine! That means a lot!
Wow, Liz, this is absolutely beautiful. I didn’t know you wrote poetry, though that shouldn’t surprise me. You are so gifted. And how interesting to have a recurring dream like that! I wonder what your subconscious was trying to convey?
Thanks! I started as a poet many moons ago before I began writing stories. I’m sure my subconscious was trying to tell me something, but I’m also sure I didn’t act on the message, lol.
Good lord, Liz. My jaw is still on the floor. Absolutely amazing.
Thanks, Shane! So glad you enjoyed it!
It’s been a long time since I’ve read poetry, but I had to read this a second time. Beautiful and engaging. A wonderful piece. ❤️
Thanks, Dad!
Brilliant, Liz! Powerfully done. The imagery is perfection.
Thanks, Lyndsey!
this just shimmers Liz! haunting and beautiful. to think I had some role in bringing it to substack, i’m humbled. i’ve seen some dream analysis that says whales are problems or projects in your life. when I have a whale dream I always think it’s about writing haha
Thanks, EJ! And yes, we all have you to thank (or curse) for this poem showing up, lol. I will accept that it’s about writing. All other problems are transitory.
I’m floored. Absolutely gorgeous.
Thanks so much, Garen!
Nothing short of terrific writing, Liz. Truly gifted talent on display. Absolutely loved it. - Jim
Thanks, Jim! I used to write a lot of poetry, but honestly don’t remember the last time I tried to get one down. I’m glad you liked it.
Liz this is soo good! Wow.
Thanks, Sean! Dreams...so weird and mesmerizing that you have to do something with them!
That's lovely! I'm always fascinated by the way dreams inspire magical fiction and poetry.
Thanks, Jean! Dreams play a fairly hefty role in my writing in general. My mind, I guess, is more free in the dreamworld.