Wednesday, 1 December 2021

THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem

  

Rob Ayling, yer Gonzo Grande Fromage, writes:

"Thom the World poet is an old mate of mine from way back in my history. Even pre-dating Voiceprint, when I was running "Otter Songs" and Thom's poetry tapes and guest appearances with Daevid Allen, Gilli Smyth and Mother Gong are well known and highly regarded. It just felt right to include a daily poem from Thom on our Gonzo blog and when I approached him to do so, he replied within seconds!!! Thom is a great talent and just wants to spread poetry, light and positive energy across the globe. If we at Gonzo can help him do that - why not?"

WHEN ONE OF US GOES
THERE IS A HOLE IN THE AIR
We are not there to fill.No one else can(nor will..
This is also true for friends and affiliates
Those close to those close to us
We knew them--as extra links
in our life of smiling continuance
While the hole is less(and less obvious)
We recall both their loss and absence
as well as the shadow it leaves
upon those they loved /held close to .We grieve
with you and for you,and send our heart songs
to the window of your eyes  and the open door of your ears
So you may know we are still with you in this leaving process.
Age and health hold each of us in sway
We honor you(and those you love).It will always be this way..

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