In my mind again-
a tanned Tarzan
inching his way to the top
Rope in hand, taut hum of sinew,
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Once again the image echoes: and the change of tone with 'The truth is what I require' is very telling.
In that overlap between beautiful and sad, & reaching deep down as well as high up. Thank you, Callie.
very sad... hope this wasn't a personal experience. really meaningful.
Callie, I added this to my favorite poem list you capsulize so much in so few words and remind me of the great Johnny Weissmuller, the first movie Tarzan, who broke 6 world swimming records as a vegetarian cheers
How astute, to write about tying those we love, refusing flight, until they finally become free...and how painful!