Open Poetry #44 |
Hic Jacet Arturus. |
Windhover Member
since 2003-11-17
Posts 179UK |
I climbed the Tor at Glastonbury one sunny afternoon in spring, to gaze across the willowed vale, and sense the Magic of a King called Arthur. Did he exist? I cannot know; this legend, in my fair, green land. Is Avalon beneath my feet? Where sleeps the loyal fighting band of Arthur? If I, but had a looking glass enchanted by the Wizard's spell, what would I see, when there I gazed? Is Albion safe? What would I tell to Arthur? Would I relate the bright dreams young boys have about romantic war? To ride the wind; to save the land; to battle on the Saxon shore with Arthur. But, that is past; yet, legend tells; deep in a cave in Cheshire, fair; A hundred Knights and Warriors sleep with horse, and sword, and armour, there and Arthur. The day will come, the legend says... when Albion, in her utmost need awakens this enchanted band Is saved by the Heroic deeds of Arthur. How stands the wind for Avalon? Is it just all romantic whim? And was there ever Camelot? Where does truth end, and Myth begin for Arthur? The bright-eyed Ladies; Gallant lovers; Chivalry; all just folklore? I do hope not; but then, these days, there are no heroes any more for Arthur. And yet; whilst there are dragons to be slayed, and bright-eyed Ladies won; perhaps, of Merlin's Magic, a faint trace still sleeps in everyone for Arthur. I see no trace of Avalon below, across the willowed plain; but, it is late; it's time to move. I climb down to the fields again... But wait! A glitter in the grass; a Mirror? No - it's just an old beer can! Perhaps, the legend touched my soul, and I might be a wiser man like Arthur. |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
This is such a beautiful poem. I love the King Arthur tales amd have written several poems about them myself. None quite this good though. Ida |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
nicely done! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
How stands the wind for Avalon? Is it just all romantic whim? And was there ever Camelot? Where does truth end, and Myth begin for Arthur? I love this, my friend... When I think of climbing the Tor or standing at Tintagel, I think there must have been more than myth... for something left echoes. *S* |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
One of my favorite stories, Camelot and Arthur .... You have done it justice with this poem~ ARH |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dave, this is truly a "magnificent" pience of writing! It was magical! Linda |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
you write so well, kind sir...you inspire...thank you for letting those of us who believe, believe on: Were the wealth of treasures mined Or tales of yore more well defined Twould be no less than hearts could love E'en were the myth sent from above Our hearts and minds could not portray A vision remembered of former day No greater than the ancient table round Of knights whose strength doth yet abound Does Arthur live today or rest in peace? His legend in our hearts will ne'er cease As long as dreams fly not away We'll ne'er forget his blessed day |
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