Open Poetry #42 |
unfolding the universe |
Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
A delicate spider-trapeze criss-crosses twin box hedges growing along the east side of a town cottage. Silken threads fit for a Queen shelter tender violets resting in abandon ‘mid deep forest-green moss; it’s a natural hidden paradise, miniature safety-zone for weary birds seeking respite from high-noon heat and the millions of sky-miles logged on their wings. The busy bugs try to hide, but to no avail. The hungry songbird is swift and merciless, eats her share before flying off into the blistering sun. Watching the movements of a wandering toad crossing the stone pathway, I find myself wondering how the universe will unfold when I am gone. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
It will unfold in nothing less than perfection, dear Kacy. And probably it will be the moment for us to unveil so many mysteries ... You are a wonderful observer ... Love, Margherita |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo Midnitesun, You're not going anywhere young lady. Love Bobby |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Someone once said, "No doubt the universe is unfolding as it should." but it is hard to imagine it unfolding without your wise and beautiful words, Kacy. Ida |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Kacy.. this is a very beautiful gifting from you ... exquisite writing.. love RDB |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Hi Kacy, I know each one of us have to go someday however we could surely do something good to protect Mother Nature and this poem as created awareness. Nice write.Prasad |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
...and nature in all its beauty continues on...thanks for moving our thoughts along your beautiful thought-provoking path |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
yes, Ida !... " Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here... no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should(!) " ---Max Ehrmann Fine 'penning,' Ms. Midnitesun! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you each for 'unfolding' a moment of time with me, and thanking Bruce for siting Max Ehrman for the 'universe unfolding' concept. "Desiderata" has been a favorite of mine since I was 10 years old! |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Oh, Kacy, I wrapped myself in this natural paradise and hid from the concrete jungle the whole time I was hidden in your poem. Not that I live in a concrete jungle, but it is out there, but forgotten for those reading moments. - Owl |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
a very relaxing read, Kacy~~ I love to sit on the porch swing and often watch nature taking its place. M |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Kacy, I appreciate how you unfold the beauty, the mysteries, and the intricacies of the microcosmic worlds that surround us. Many do not see ~ but through your poetry, they do. Linda |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Diana, Maureen, Linda...thank you,ladies, for taking a moment to read and reply. Your comments mean a lot to me!!! |
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ArtSolstice Member
since 2007-03-18
Posts 498 |
Midnitesun, you've written a lot of very fine work, but this poem, read, re-read and re-read again, just takes my breath away. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Whispering thanks to you, dear ArtSolstice! Your replies mean a great deal to me, and anytime I can write a piece you enjoy reading, it is a great honor, which leaves me smiling ear-to-ear! |
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