Poetry

The Jump by Mark Tulin- Visual Verse

The Jump by Mark Tulin – First published in Visual Verse

 

THE JUMP
Mark Tulin

I see the prism of the universe

from my place atop the cliff

My eyes grow wide in anticipation

as I take hold of this shining moment

when my breath is suspended,

my fear and judgment gone

I stand straight with arms to the sky

and take one final breath of air,

diving deep into the boundless,

into an all-encompassing spirit,

where the beginning meets the end

and my glory christens the sea.

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I am an author, poet, humorist, and short story writer living in Long Beach, California. I write about various topics, from my early childhood in Philadelphia to my years as a family therapist and finally to my soul-searching in California. These are poetic narratives that may have humorous or serious content or both. Either way, I hope my poetry and stories resonate with you. My books include Magical Yogis, Uncommon Love Stories, Awkward Grace, Junkyard Souls, and Rain on Cabrillo.

4 comments on “The Jump by Mark Tulin- Visual Verse

  1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    Your poem provides a disquieting view into the final moments of a suicide.

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