Objects, and the Distance Between Them
Dreams, thoughts, and experiences expressed through poetry and prose
Originally published March 15, 2018. Note: This piece was the second in a collaborative project with the visual artist Riley Theodore. The artwork accompanying this post was given to me as a prompt, and based on the inspiration drawn, this poem was born. The first piece from the collaborative project is the title poem for … Continue reading Poetry Reading – “The Process”
Originally published March 13, 2018. "Drifting, Dancing" - Recorded 1/25/2021 - Auroraboros - Objects, and the Distance Between Them The original piece is below for reference, and can be found in its entirety at https://objectsanddistance.com/2018/03/13/drifting-dancing/ She moves with grace and serene beautya veritable maelstrom of light and colordrifting throughthe vast and empty darknessher swirling dress … Continue reading Poetry Reading – “Drifting, Dancing”
"Hope" - Recorded 12/24/2020 - Auroraboros - Objects, and the Distance Between Them 20/20 (eyes)mirrorstill (not calm)only self (not -care)centered (now self-)deception (still self- (not calm))found love (as art)shadow box lifepinned to (too)as butterfly (dreaming)at times (awake) ego (death)selfnew (self)ego (death)selfnew (self)8 life (ends)death (begins)eyes (open)self (you)you (self) Hope. Artwork featured by Benjamin Wuest (Condensed … Continue reading Hope.
The heart cries out,Even,And especially,When the tongue fails. Words cannot sayWhat we feel,Just as our bodies often failTo conveyThe impulses that drive them. At times IWish there was a wayTo give voice toThe pulse that runs beneath. She tells me to draw,Despite objections that I cannot,"With your left hand,"She tells me;"You will stop trying to … Continue reading The Heart Cries Out
This morning I woke to Memories Of dreams from the night before. I remember that I dreamt of you, Ariele. I dreamt that I was finally able to visit Brazil, And we sat for coffee in a small shop. We talked for many hours Of all things that we talk of now But we could … Continue reading Something for All Those Who Have Been There
Art is An exploration of self To self An analysis Of what it means To communicate To express To feel The artist carves their statement Out of whatever medium Into existence From nothing A complexity Arisen from a force not accounted for Which begins At the center
Sometimes I cannot help but to be drawn Into a state of awe and utter fascination At the magnificent complexity of the world in which we reside The beautiful diversity of life within it And the vast array of relationships that develop Both within and between the two I am at times overwhelmed While simultaneously … Continue reading A Reflection of That Which Lies Beyond
There are some among us who Possess a sheen As diamonds But they are transparent just the same And their value Determined as such Inferred by The world outside of themselves Not always inherent in Fully realized by Their hearts There are others who Despite rough appearance Contain an inner glow That outlasts Outshines All … Continue reading Beyond the Surface
The human body In which you reside Is a work of art But it is also A machine With needs With required maintenance We live Day to day On energy Balanced between What lies within As well as What lies external to ourselves You must consume That you are not Extinguished For you are a … Continue reading Sustenance
Sometimes Is/always was Differs from Will be Wishes to be Should be We only see The surface Beneath that Lies The real story Removed Finding a new Face Voice Purpose Leave behind An imprint Remains Darkness closing in Gently When the haze of these new days finally settles to a fine mist on sidewalks worn … Continue reading The Process
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