Being
I've not read a poem in ages that has made me cry, but this does.
Don Paterson's "Being" He calls it a variation of a Rilke poem.
I like both poets work, but this is just wonderful. I think it means even more thanks to my recent dip in the in spate Tyne. It really did make me feel like I was saying, "I am"
Don Paterson's "Being" He calls it a variation of a Rilke poem.
I like both poets work, but this is just wonderful. I think it means even more thanks to my recent dip in the in spate Tyne. It really did make me feel like I was saying, "I am"
posted by apprentice at
3:15 pm
5 Comments:
Oh that is gorgeous! And I think this sentiment could be very applicable to me: 'If the water's sour, turn it into wine.' Try to take the best out of things.
I can see, of course, why the poem would stir you; those last three lines - phew!
And " I flow" ...just those 2 words are lovely.
All about the positivity of being which is a great feeling when it hits you!
Yes that's the bit I like most, and the "comrade of the distance" bit too.
A superb poem with rich, meaningful with language and a rhythm to it that both begs and emits music.
It's great, isn't it?
I'm not happy with the Rilke translation I've got, it fels a bit stiff and old-fashioned in many places. I must look for a better one...
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