Traveling around the world, I've had many memorable experiences and discovered treasure, both literally and figuratively. But the greatest treasures are not for sale at any price. For the Writers Island prompt "treasure," a poem inspired by one fateful Ides of March dancing to George Michael's Father Figure.
Something special, something sacred
shines in your eyes.
Nothing can rival that dazzling light;
not gold or precious jewels
or any pirates' bounty;
not a beachhouse on a tropical island
or adventurous holidays.
No stellar career
or diplomatic title
can compare.
All I ever wanted
is in your eyes.
Priceless treasure
found.
Lines 1, 11 and 12 are from "Father Figure." Roses photograph by Tina Modotti, Mexico, 1924, courtesy of the Museum of Modern Art, New York. To uncover buried treasure, visit Writers Island.
How I love the simple magic! It cannot be bought and only sometimes captured! Your poem captures the miracle of a moment!
Lovely write!
Smiles and Light
Posted by: Gemma Wiseman | 23 January 2008 at 00:14
A treasure of a poem
Posted by: marja.blom | 18 January 2008 at 03:06
So beautiful Tara!!!!!
Posted by: Catalina | 17 January 2008 at 15:16
Beautiful ode to the treasure of love. xx, JP/deb
Posted by: JanePoe (aka Deborah) | 17 January 2008 at 14:34
such simple truth... why is it so easy to over look that in every day life......
Posted by: paisley | 17 January 2008 at 06:01
Beautiful words and image, Tara - bravo!~xOx
Posted by: tinker | 17 January 2008 at 05:41
lovely piece of writing!!
Posted by: jzr | 17 January 2008 at 01:24
Gorgeous words & image, THANK YOU!
Posted by: Redness | 17 January 2008 at 00:51
unconditional love from a father's eyes..priceless treasures indeed...so beautifully conveyed
Tara responds:
Thank you! But the reference to a father comes only in the song's title "Father Figure." The poem does not refer to a father.
Posted by: littlewing | 17 January 2008 at 00:30
So beautiful. And a very good reminder, too.
Posted by: Robin | 16 January 2008 at 22:44
That intimate connection of a loved one is no doubt the greatest treasure of all! Beautifully put, as always!
Hugs Sherrie
Posted by: giggles | 16 January 2008 at 13:27
You know, I am so heartened reading everyone's comments to your beautiful poem. Realising that there are good, kind and sensitive souls all over the world, from all walks of life, is such a wonderfully heart-warming and reassuring thing. I love that good people are somehow all brought together in these forums.
And Tara, this is beautiful. What is it about eyes... The Russians have a beautiful saying, "glaza zerkalo dushi", which means "the eyes are the mirror of ones' soul". So true. And you have captured that so beautifully here.
Posted by: Captain Cat | 16 January 2008 at 13:02
Beautiful poem!
Welcome back....seems a long time when
computer woes hit doesn't it? LOL
Donna
Posted by: The Decorated House | 16 January 2008 at 04:58
Oh My, isn't that the truth indeed. I was recently thinking about the buzz and butterflies of finding all of that in someone's eyes.... Oooo, goosebumps... xoxo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | 16 January 2008 at 02:08
what a beautiful poem...indeed, the greatest treasures are not for sale and cannot be bought. nicely said.
Posted by: rebecca | 16 January 2008 at 01:45
Very sweet and wonderful poem!
Posted by: Chris | 16 January 2008 at 01:42
Tara, the photo and the poem are beautiful. I love that it was inspired by a George Michael song :)
Tara responds:
Thank you! But the poem was inspired by the man with whom I danced, not the song.
Posted by: My Melange | 16 January 2008 at 01:16
Beautiful poem..and the Tina Modotti photo I have framed in my house. She happens to be one of my favorite photographers and a most interesting person from the past. Nice to have discovered your site :)
Posted by: Christine | 16 January 2008 at 01:02
Loved it! Thrilled to have you back! XXOO
Posted by: Tammy | 15 January 2008 at 23:21
nothing like the love that shines in a treasured ones eyes.
such a beautiful poem. thanks :))
Posted by: lucy | 15 January 2008 at 22:55
So beautifully put - I was sighing with envy!
Posted by: Pauline | 15 January 2008 at 21:39
Did you redesign you web page? It is just gorgeous! Thank you for the comment on God and the Tooth Fairy. It is the only story I have ever written that made my husband laugh out loud. Now that was one treasure of a moment!
Love your poetry. And your art.
b
Posted by: Barbara | 15 January 2008 at 21:32
Words and image in perfect harmony!
Posted by: keith hillman | 15 January 2008 at 20:57
How beautiful and how eloquent. Thank you for posting it. And also, for posting the link -- that's a fun place!
Posted by: Jeanie | 15 January 2008 at 19:59
Beautiful! Beautiful!
Posted by: Tumblewords | 15 January 2008 at 19:52
Absolutely true! This is all that matters.
Posted by: Chantal | 15 January 2008 at 19:29
Wow.. that was really a beautiful poem.. on love... I have no words to describe how you have touched me!!
Posted by: Preethi | 15 January 2008 at 19:29
Wow.. that was really a beautiful poem.. on love... I have no words to describe how you have touched me!!
Posted by: Preethi | 15 January 2008 at 19:28
Great post! Glad to see you up and working again. My computer died two weeks ago, and now I have a brand new one--but I think I've lost a bunch of important stuff (tons of pictures, half of a novel I've been working on). I hope my son's computer wiz friend can retrieve it somehow....
Posted by: Pepektheassassin | 15 January 2008 at 18:33
Just beautiful! and the photo is gorgeous too! xoxo
Posted by: Colette | 15 January 2008 at 18:33
Great post! Glad to see you up and working again. My computer died two weeks ago, and now I have a brand new one--but I think I've lost a bunch of important stuff (tons of pictures, half of a novel I've been working on). I hope my son's computer wiz friend can retrieve it somehow....
Posted by: Pepektheassassin | 15 January 2008 at 18:32
Most certainly a great treasure...and the accompanying graphic is so beautiful!
Posted by: Sherry | 15 January 2008 at 18:15
the whole world seems to stop in moments like this one. it's a beautiful poem Tara of the intensity of intimacy.
Posted by: awareness | 15 January 2008 at 17:23
That is absolutely beautiful! True treasure can't be bought or sold! only in your eyes....just priceless!
Posted by: Just Jen | 15 January 2008 at 15:48
Makes me cry. It's true.
Glad to see you back! I could recognize your sparkly eyes anywhere!
xo
Constance
Posted by: rochambeau | 15 January 2008 at 15:04
Beautiful poem! Love your imagery. The roses are pretty, too. (P. S. Jean LaFitte - real person, real story - that's what I based my Writer's Island on.) Thanks for stopping by my blog. I really enjoyed your poem.
Posted by: forgetfulone | 15 January 2008 at 14:48
Great treasures don't have price ..I love this photography. I wish I could have it in my collection
Posted by: le petit cabinet de curiosites | 15 January 2008 at 14:48
This is wonderful Tara, I love the simplicity yet the strength of your message..love it, thank you.
Posted by: UL | 15 January 2008 at 14:05
Dear Tara..you can say ,in a few words, a wealth of treasure! THe photo is gorgeous. I am going to look her upto see more photos!
Posted by: Pam Aries | 15 January 2008 at 13:39
great treasures are not for sale.. how true....
Posted by: rambler | 15 January 2008 at 12:53
you're right, love is the true treasure
Posted by: Crafty Green Poet | 15 January 2008 at 12:23
I so agree with you that real treasures is not found in material things, even in the most wonderful places.
Posted by: watermaid | 15 January 2008 at 11:42