Fragments shattered on the rock realign, converge; particles swarming to reconfigure ancient lovers longing to escape Ellora's caves. A ritualized hiatus realized in deep relief, suspension in gaining, having, yearning.
dilapidated-
alabaster crumbling
ground under tourists
A young couple kiss, each pulling their cell phones from their open mouths, and snap self portraits with their erotic backdrop. They return from whence they came, unchanged lovers.
archaeology-
carving future histories
eroding limestone
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6 comments:
They should have been changed.
I like this one. Big things move under the surface.
The "unchanged lovers" part certainly grabs and deserves more attention. You've placed intrigue in the excavation of ancient lovers juxtaposed with a snapshot of the now.
Amazing Joseph Campbell quote. Thank you!
I like the juxtaposition of the ancient and modern lovers, times, et.al. Very impresive poem. Beautiful use of language.
K. Gilbert above beat me to the thoughts. I echo hers. That's what hit me strongest from your chosen image to the excellent poem you wove- great word choices and, of course, the imagery is gloriously sharp.
I also thought it's creative that you put a bit of prose in between the verses.
Ditto to K.'s observation. The word choice here is so pleasantly intoxicating to my mind's ear. ;) Such an interesting theme for a haibun; I like it a lot -- the brimming passion here. Cheers. Have a blessed new year, dear.
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