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Kethry
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since 2000-07-29
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Victoria Australia

0 posted 2002-07-30 07:11 PM


today if you hear his voice do not harden your hearts Hebrews 4:7

behold I stand at the door and knock, if anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come and eat with him Revelation 3:20

When death knocks upon your door
Don't open it filled with regret
Of a life you kept in store
Held by the past you can't forget

Don't be tied to wounds of stone
That weigh you down and hold you here
Don't spend the nights in arms - alone
Because you feel your life is tears

Don't hold you back, do what you will
Climb that mountain break new ground
Don't sip of life, drink to your fill
You may not always be around

And to yourself be gentle, kind
There's only one of you, you know
Remember leave the past behind
But learn from it so you may grow

Don't take the woes of life to heart
The pricks and arrows will soon fade
If you can  - each new day start
Begin afresh and be new made

Study hard the word of life
That you may grow in grace inside
Think on those words when woes are rife
Accept your failings stand with pride

But most of all - whate'er you do
Forgive yourself you're only you

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind.  Unknown



© Copyright 2002 Lynne Dale - All Rights Reserved
Suetang
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since 2001-03-07
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Melbourne, Australia
1 posted 2002-07-30 07:19 PM


Hello Lynne

This was such an awesome piece of writing from the kindest of hearts.  Your words of wisdom certainly touched me and made me think.  I think we all should stop and smell the roses and treat each day as if it were our last.  

Take care......Sue

I am in motion
I am blue
Love is an ocean
I'm anchored in you
- Shawn Mullins

Mistletoe Angel
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2 posted 2002-07-30 07:21 PM


"Don't take the woes of life to heart
The pricks and arrows will soon fade
If you can  - each new day start
Begin afresh and be new made"




(big hugggsssssss) Oh Kethry, this is so very true, sweet friend, I agree because I have learned from experience, I used to get so hard on myself being depressed and abused by others and I thought I was my own problem, but after turning to Him I know they just didn't get to know me well and I forgive both them and myself! (sigh) This is beautiful, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kethry, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Sunnyone
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Staffordshire, England
3 posted 2002-07-30 08:22 PM


Oh, Kethry, everytime I read from your thoughts, I learn a bit more about life. This one is so wise, and meaningful to me..thank you

Open the door and let your adventure begin!!!
  
    


Krissy
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since 2002-02-22
Posts 556
kent England
4 posted 2002-07-30 09:34 PM


Auntie Kethp there is always in your words something special, a message that a soul needs, a touch of wisdom or a guiding light. In this you’ve combined all of those. The message to enjoy each day, the thought of making sure you wring the essence from each second and the light that guides you to the way is awesome. Do you have any idea how special and brilliant your writing is? Mum is never wrong she said that if I read your work I would learn and I have I’ve learnt so much. I know I’ll never be the calibre or writer you are but I can read and wish certainly.  

Excellent writing I love this

Love and warm stuff
As always
Krissy

And while thy willing soul transpiers
at every pore with instant fires
Andrew Marvell 1621-1678

mycafe
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since 2002-05-23
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5 posted 2002-07-31 03:06 AM


Dear Kethy, words can't express how much I appreciate this uniquely meaningful poem.  You've triggered some thoughts in me...life shouldn't be taken for granted, nor the Word of life.  You've just inspired me with an important message, as as I needed it. Thank you and BIG hugs.

mycafe

Keep counting your blessings

Marsha
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6 posted 2002-07-31 08:50 AM


Keth darling heart sister and writer of my hearts song, this is stunningly written, the phrasing the flow the and most particularly the content is outstanding.

When you write the deep truths that abide in your soul you excel darling heart, I’m struck dumb and can only say mmmmm mmmm mmmmmm being struck dumb I can’t speak

Truly exquisite writing I love it love it love it utterly utterly utterly

Perfect poetic phrases, I love it


Love and warm stuff
As always
Mushy


Breathe through the heat of our desire
Thy coolness and they balm
Let sense be dumb let flesh retire
Speak through the earthquake wind and fire

Seymour Tabin
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Tamarac Fla
7 posted 2002-07-31 08:54 AM


Keth,
Nothing new but all true, wonderful write.

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8 posted 2002-07-31 01:03 PM


From the title through the very last word, this is superb. *S* And I think I'll tape your closing couplet to my alarm clock... so that every day can begin with wisdom. *S*
Madame Chipmunk
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9 posted 2002-07-31 01:57 PM


And to yourself be gentle, kind
There's only one of you, you know
Remember leave the past behind
But learn from it so you may grow

This is an unbelievably beautiful, loving and comforting write, Keth...
I have been scared lately and I just love the uplifting feel to this poem.  It really helps.
~ chipmunk hugs

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled"  Gwendolyn Brooks

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