Persephone

by Sean Allen   Jul 17, 2004


Let us walk down to the river side,
Come along now my tear-stained bride.
All the men and women who have died
Float down to the river bed.

Eat this pomegranate my dear.
No, now you have nothing to fear,
And with every step we grow near
To our meeting at the river bed.

We will walk down to the river side,
Come along now my tear-stained bride.
Who remembers now why you cried?
The answer waits near the river bed.

You may return to your mother this spring.
Oh what joy and growth your return will bring!
But always remember that I am your king,
And return to me by the river bed.

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  • 18 years ago

    by Sondos

    I love mythology and you have told the story of Persephone(i love that name don't you!) so well

  • 19 years ago

    by Leah20

    You have an amazing talent for writing! This is a very original poem, I love Greek mythology. This is one of the first poems that I have seen that is related to the subject outside of my English book. Very original!

  • 20 years ago

    by FTS Miles

    I enjoyed Orpheus, but this had a great feel, like a lover's ballad from the Renaissance. The refrain was perfectly matched and used in each stanza. Great poem!

  • 20 years ago

    by CorruptedDreamer

    weaird but historical lol it was good
    twisted=kendra

  • 20 years ago

    by N J Thornton

    I loved the story of Persephone. How creative. Again great rhyme scheme, and i liked the repitition of "the river bed." You asked me to be honest and well, you're a very talented poet. I can't find one fault. Well done.

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