If he were to die today
I'd just go and die with him
You've captured Kerouac's guilt and aspirations....in two brilliant lines. Well done, Richard!
Carl, I think Jack would have sacrificed his own life for Gerard. Thank you for very positive response.
Though this poem is too concise yet it has vast meaning. It reveals the immense love which has sacrifice of life. Beautiful poem shared amazingly. Thanks for sharing.
Kumarmani, The Kerouac brothers shared a love like no other. Thank you for your positive insightful feedback.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
...and it just came to mind...the short Kerouac poem that I've been thinking of- the title is either Birds Sing or A Bird Sings. This is a magnificent series, Richard.