My son`s Story! -World of Samurai-Poetry
67A brief background
When I was 24 years old, I was living in an old building of Beverly Hills ( It was not out of choice) California. I had been married to a Japanese doctor in genetics and had barely started my own career studies. I was on a government scholarship and most of my allowance check was always gone with the $400 rent fee (Back in 1981!!).
My then wife and I were having adjusting problems because our financial stresses. I spent most of my time studying so I wouldn´t lose my scholarship. By that time, we have decided that our heritage would bring a bit of emotional stability, and my son was planned.
The situation turn sour because my wife needed me close and I couldn´t comply. I spent mornings working part time at the university, afternoon doing assignments and studying and I attended classes until 11pm every day.
She had lost her government grant because she couldn´t keep up with the pressure and the pregnancy, so she quit. I have to admit that she typed most of my papers from my handwritings and got quite depressed often.
One night, she got cravings for sushi and I had to go at midnight desperately searching for a Japanese food outlet which of course, I couldn´t find any open. Her tears from that night I would never forget.
She had been entering into her 6th month and things didn´t look promising.
We decided that she would better be in Japan with her family and all the wonderful support she could get as a doctor. That changed the story and on November 13, 1982, my son was born at the Hiroshima University Hospital.
Ten years later I moved to Japan and felt my connection with the culture. It was back then that my truly serious spiritual studies started. My son was born with an innate ability of seeing the unseen realm that surrounds us (dead people, people about to die and unknown forces).
When I thought I had all the surprises I had to have with my son, I learned that his mother´s family members were direct descendants from the Sasaki Samurai Clan, who then had to change their family name to Fujioka to protect themselves from other Samurai families.
Until now he has always kept away from that and has never wanted to discuss the subject since his experiences were scary and he wouldn´t deal with it, and he will not now. He became a musician and lived in other countries as well. He learned six languages but he practices
four: Japanese, Spanish, English and French.
The Samurai world was harsh, violent and everything was survival, as the Clans were always seeking the power of other clans and the elimination of the subdued clan if they didn´t convert to the new clan.
Based on his views of Samurai living and a peacemaker at heart, I wrote a poem for himmy son, Claudio-Ryusuke, third generation samurai, whose ancestors lived this hell in times of the Shogun…
My son Claudio-Ryusuke(Known as Ryu)
Before...
at this moment of existence
I`ve trod through a living hell
and flavors of spilt blood
inside my mouth dwell
pictures of violent deaths
echo underneath my chest`s pain
my heart stops and beats again
bringing back the devil`s trails
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Now...
the helmet on my head,
the hilt in my left fingers
katana in my right hand
the armor on myself.
swiftness in the movement
strength within my soul
my foes have been forgiven
protection for my own,
and in my spirit: God
Copyright©Mystique®2004
Copyright©Mystique®2010(Translated from the original in Japanese)
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Thank You, my dear friend!
I began reading your -Revenge-, and since I wanna savor it. I will read it, my pace! Know that I liked it!
Arigato Gozai Masu, Dohn-san
It is almost a great staccato in this poem in terms of sound and image. Your son will be a proud Samurai of a poet father. Thank you for making us part of this experience
Thank you very much for stopping by,dear Petra.
Indeed, my experience in Japan has no equal, I
myself feel part of that inheritance!
I am glad you liked it!
warm regards,
Mystique
You are a gifted writer; once again thanks for sharing :)
Thank you, dear! I am glad you appreciate my writing. It is nice to be appreciated!
warmest regards and blessings,
Al
al-- sounds like you and dohn would make a great teamwith this hub and his revenge inc series.
I am impressed your story. I think you have great experience about your life. I really proud of you. You are tough person. I have to learn much from you. Send my warm greeting to your wife. Thank you.
Prasetio
My sweet Moonshine...
Thank you for stopping by and giving me some shine on this hub! Yes! Dohn and I could, couldn´t we? Hahaha!
Kisses, care bear hugs, love, light and infinite blessings,
Your sunshine
My Brother Prasetio...
Thank you for stopping by, visiting and commenting! I cannot give regards to my son´s mother. We´ve been divorced for 12 years now, but I appreciate your intent! I am also proud of you, my brother! You are a great teacher. I am sure your students like you a lot(I would if I were your student)
Warmest regards and infinite blessings,
Al
Thanks for an awesome read! Keep it up. Cheers!
This is very interesting. Did I ever tell you that I love Japan? And that's definitely one of the places I want to visit? It's more than five years that I wish to go there, but it's all my life that I'm learning about Japan. Beautiful story, and i guess your son couldn't find a better father than you. Lucky him. Great hub Al. Rated and stumbled, of course. :)
Thank you, Kea!
I appreciate very much your stopping by and commenting! I am glad you enjoyed the read!
Warmest regards and infinite blessings,
Al
Mio carissimo fratello...
Grazie mille per le gentili parole. Sono felice che ti piaceva. Otterrai la tua opportunità e vi innamorerete Giappone.
Thank you, Brother! You are a true friend!
Warmest regards and benedizioni,
Al
Al, now you made me curious about your son. :) Life has its twists and turns but I see how you have coped with the challenges that came your way. Blessings...
Ah, Michelle Joy!
Thank you for stopping by and commenting! My son is a true mystery in himself! A good guy, and a very talented one. We keep in touch from time to time, but I have to admit it, I really love the kid! Salamat my kaibigan!
Warmest regards and infinite blessings,
Al
Dear friend,
Thanks for sharing your story - told in a most enchanting way, as only you can. You have a gifted son and am sure you must be a proud father.
Best regards to you both!!
My dearest Shil...
Thank you for stopping by ans commenting! Your presence is always appreciated! I am glad you liked it! Thanks for being my friend,
Warmest regards and infinite blessings,
Al
Fascinating story and it's great to see how proud of him you are.
ainehannah...
Thank you, deary! I really am! Thanks for your words, your visit and comments!
Warmest regards and infinite blessings,
Al
Wow, what a heartfelt story. So glad you shared with us. And you are a great writer, you keep me on the edge of my seat while reading. Love the poem my friend.
Thank you very much, Dear friend! It has been a wonderful experience sharing with my son albeit our physical distant.
I am so glad you stopped by!
Warmest regards and infinite eternal blessings,
Al
This story was moving and deeply dedicated to your son! I was moved by your style of artisic and clearly defined writing... the love and pride you have for your son is quite revealing and shines true! Thanks for sharing and God Bless!
Thank you, my sister Susan! It is indeed an honor for me to speak about my son! He´s a great person and a great son! thank you for your kind and warm words!
Warmest hugs and infinite heavenly blessings,
Al
Very great information hub. thanks
dohn121 Level 3 Commenter 2 years ago
Wow! I should have sought your help in writing Revenge! Awesome poem, my man! Exquisite to say the least and a wonderful dedication to your son. Thank you so much for sharing this.