Icarus Alive

If only ...

By Nicole HewittPublished 3 years ago • Updated 3 years ago • 1 min read

If Icarus saw

Such rough peaks piercing blue sky

He'd live in wonder

sad poetry nature poetry

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Nicole Hewitt

Stability is good, but my life is ruled by changes. Recently moving from Alberta, Canada to Nontharburi, Thailand for near 3 years! I love traveling, reading manga, gardening and cooking. Ask me to tell you a story and I am in my element!

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Matt Ladouceur3 years ago
I always loved Icarus as more of a metaphor, but this does paint a lovely picture

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