I Am

Published on 12 July 2024 at 01:02

 I am. Is a poem taken from the book The Rainbow of My Insatiable Desires by Osiris Valdés López

 

 I am the breeze that stirs blue butterflies and suns without roofs or nets, the warm laughter that mocks the cold of white snow, the changing moon that wanes and grows.


 I am the delirium that writes truths inspired by carnations, the secret that keeps silent the hells of heavens and skins, the mystery of a thousand silences of inert lovers.


 I am the cravings of my insatiable body, the madness of my whims, the shade of color and the fire that warms the icy
gaze.


 I am Egypt, desert, Caribbean, and roots; the one who in her days of melancholy writes poetry, yearning for the happiness she once felt, and on lonely nights, releases her reality by deceiving some truth; the one who, faced with sure certainties, drowns the disillusionment.


 When it is too late, I only think about love, in the safe place of love, if I am in some corner among memories, images, disoriented, I surely need to feel desired.

 

 I am the rumba of my waist, the unplanned mission of making desire endure, then I silently fall in love with my reflection, which is the mirror of my soul, I am the spell of seduction, the honey in the nectar of the flower.

 

 I am the one who offers herself to the surrender of my flesh, when my madness burns in the eagerness to satiate; then flashes of stars arise in the darkness.

 

           I am my doubt and my answer.


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Ethan Caldwell
2 months ago

In 'I Am,' Osiris Valdés López reveals a soul as multifaceted as a gem, capturing the essence of identity through a mesmerizing blend of elemental forces and emotional landscapes. The imagery of butterflies, moons, and deserts weaves a tapestry of introspection and self-discovery, inviting readers to journey into the heart of one's being.

Olivia Bennett
2 months ago

With each line of 'I Am,' Valdés López paints a vivid portrait of a spirit in constant evolution. The poem’s dance between warmth and cold, truth and mystery, illustrates the complexity of the self with a grace that enchants and enlightens. It is a lyrical exploration of the duality and depth that define our existence.

Mason Reed
2 months ago

Osiris Valdés López’s 'I Am' is a poetic odyssey through the realms of self and sensation. The verses evoke a rich tapestry of desires, fears, and truths, portraying a profound connection between the physical and the metaphysical. The poem resonates with a raw, introspective beauty that mirrors the complexities of the human condition.

Ava Morgan
2 months ago

I Am' by Osiris Valdés López is a symphony of contrasts and contradictions, where the poet’s voice emerges as both a serene whisper and a passionate declaration. The poem’s vivid imagery and emotive depth create a captivating narrative of identity, echoing with the timeless rhythm of human experience.

Noah Sinclair
2 months ago

In 'I Am,' Osiris Valdés López crafts a poetic journey through the landscape of self, blending the tangible with the intangible. The poem’s evocative language and rich metaphors invite readers to reflect on their own inner worlds, offering a mirror to the heart's deepest longings and contradictions.