Perpetual Tears

Perpetual Tears

No, she's not alone
Seldom is that possible
Not in these woods she calls home
The others are always close
The others cannot fill the void

Raising her head to the sky
She releases a soulful wail
As it echos across the valley
She desperately listens for response
None is forthcoming

Yet again, alone within the pack
Needing the closeness
That he alone can give..
Maybe come the dawn
After the nights perpetual tears.

Sue

— jetz, Nov 30, 2009

About This Poem

About the Author

Region, Country: South eastern Connecticut, USA

Critiques

Candlewitch

16 years 6 months ago

hello again

How about the word breathless? This describes my condition while I read your poem. I was drawn in on the first line. So very sad. I love wolves. Always, Cat

jetz

16 years 6 months ago

Hi Cat, Anyone that loves wolves is a friend of mine. Magical critters, aren't they? I'm glad you enjoyed this poem. It's an older one of mine. I'm going through a bit of a block at the moment, but, thought I'd make an appearance, since it has been a while. Thank you for taking the time to read and respond. much appreciated. Sue

Tony Udo

16 years 6 months ago

Perpetual

Very intuitive. You've captured the great sadness of being an outsider among your own kind.

jetz

16 years 6 months ago

Thank you Tony for your

Thank you Tony for your absolutey perfect response. It is exactly how I was feeling at the moment I wrote it.(come to think of it, I feel that way more times than not.) Talk about intuitive. I do so appreciate your reads and responses. always, Sue

themoonman

16 years 6 months ago

Hi Sue...

I too like the comparison of wolf and pack, after all, we are social creatures as well... the lonely wail of the wolf's call is ancient music sharply melodic and mellowing. Glad to see you here Sue. Richard

jetz

16 years 6 months ago

Hi Richard, It was nice to

Hi Richard, It was nice to see your response to this piece. Wolves have long been a love of mine, and I agree with you regarding their wail. Chilling and exciting. If hearing that howling doesn't touch you somewhere, you're not truly alive. Thanks for your post Richard. It's greatly appreciated. Sue

Seren

16 years 6 months ago

Dear Sue

Your title caught my eye .... I love critters but wolves are one of my favourites and this read pulled me in made me feel like I was sitting with you ... thats a gift well done I thoroughly enjoyed this read ... kind regards love Jayne x x

jetz

16 years 6 months ago

Hi Seren, Glad to see that

Hi Seren, Glad to see that you enjoyed this write. There are many of us that love wolves, and I have written a few pieces about them. On a personal level, they have a special place in my heart. Thanks so much for reading and responding. Sue

hippiepoet69

16 years 4 months ago

the title caught my eye

and the poem capture my heart. As i go down a list of poems looking for one to read. I look for a title beckening to read it. This one did. And it lived up to it's title. Thanks Sue. huey