“Some sentences arrive already wounded” is a powerful line. I really appreciated how you treat silence and density as material, not absence.

This is beautiful, and it felt peaceful in its write.

Beautifully penned, PAR. Such a heartfelt tribute to Mark (Styxian) my friend. He’s a class act and a brilliant writer who always takes the time to comment words of praise and positivity to members of this community. Nicely done my brother. You never cease to amaze. Appreciate you.

Damian

A given stone will turn to a polished shine when kept tightly in the palm.
It’s something solid to keep us mindful and kinships and the strength of that.
I am a very down to earth person. I actually do have a few rocks that I picked up from somewhere, because they caught my eye.
I enjoy your writing a great deal, Paulo. It is maturely done, strong in its messages. That is why I bother to join writing sites; to find and read quality material that will inspire me to keep my own motivation going.
Thank you for this, and for your contributions of writing.

This is as amazing tribute. Mark was touched by this. I remember him calling me and telling me about this write.
I think he forgets how inspiring he is with his writes and comments.
It’s awesome when he gets a reminder!

Merry Christmas 🎄!

Pretty cool, Daniel. I like the visions that it creates easily for the reader. With an artistic flair of course.

The opening lines set a fragile, haunting mood that carries through the poem beautifully.