back then hours were so long
mornings lasted entire days,
the sun in the sky our only clock,
and the wind sat down to chat
while the earth, damp with rain,
tickled the soles of bare feet,
and among the trees and hills,
clouds played hide and seek
and glances like butterflies
flitted toward dreams--in a
blink they'd alight in our hands
back then to laugh was common sense,
even to weep a pleasure, and friendship,
like tenderness, was a daily gift
This book is great introduction to the poetry of Francisco X. Alarcon. It includes poems covering fifteen years of his work from previous books along with some new poems. Francisco poetry highlights his chicano heritage. His poems range from political observations to deep passions about lovers, families, and the mysteries of life. He creates lovely images that brings smiles and tears, both of joy and sorrow.
Some of my favorite poems come from his book of Sonnets to Madness and Other Misfortunes. He observes and notes that which often passes unnoticed, but not without importance, in our lives. A very significant poet of our time who deserves to be well read. His is a voice speaking a language that answers many questions.
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