Open Poetry #39 |
My Inner Sanctum |
Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Artist:Bill Curtsinger My Inner Sanctum ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ All was gray this November morn, For a bank of dense mist had rolled in. ~ Blanketing all in a somber pall, Much to my rue and chagrin. When I opened the shutters, there lie before me, An impenetrable wall of fog. And the only sound that did break the still, Was the lone, haunting call of a frog. A veil of gauze did filter my view, Of the harbour this late autumn day. A gloom had settled upon our port, Engulfing me in dismay. Negative ions soothed my senses, And the mist did moisten my skin. I experienced a calm not felt before, As I turned pensive thoughts to within. Within the still of the encompassing fog, I found my sanctum santorum. This sacred place lies deep within me. ~ It’s the home of my spiritual quorum. I stood there in silence, as if under a spell, Communing with God, land and sea. ~ Understanding my place in the Universe, As a part of All That There Be. [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (11-21-2006 03:08 PM).] |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
1derful Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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lightkeeper Member
since 2006-09-13
Posts 100pluto |
You never cease to amaze me with your work..... you are a wealth of inspiration Bea xxx |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
SweetEarthyOne~ 'My Inner Sanctum' I had one of those once ... now what did I do with it ? Oh ... yes, now I remember ... I loaned it to a friend~ Well ... like that proverbial 'cup of sugar' ... I think I'm gonna ask for it back~ LOVE your pensive thoughts dear one~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
feels like a hug thank you Linda Angel |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
so very inspiring! |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
I do love the fog and I do love how you wrote about it. So nice and comforting. aziza |
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wredgranny Member
since 2006-11-18
Posts 493Ky. USA |
I stood there in silence, as if under a spell, Communing with God, land and sea. ~ Understanding my place in the Universe, As a part of All That There Be. Howa! Elohi Anidawehi I feel you are connected deeply to Mother Earth,your words tell of your love for all things that are. It is not so easy a thing to just be,but here you have shown you can.Beautiful words sister,beautiful feelings!
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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interloper ~ Your "1derful" is always a welcome sight to behold, Doctor! Have a great day! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Dear Keeper of the Light ~ That was a lovely thing for you to say! Thank you, Bea! Loving Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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MT ~ Even your replies are adorable! If you have any trouble in locating your inner sanctum, I'll ask some of my angels to join yours in the search! Love & Inner Peace, EO |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Lady Kate ~ Awww, that is so sweet. Now here's a cyber hug to go along with the poetic one! :hug: Love & Light 'n hugs 'n smiles, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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One Whose Shadows Are Passing ~ Good morning, Dixie gal! Thank you! ~ I aim to inspire! Lovin' hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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aziza ~ Your reply was "nice and comforting" as well. I appreciate your warm response. Love & Inner Peace, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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Red Granny ~ One of my 'grannies' was called "Red"! Whenever I see your name, her loving smile appears before my eyes. I know that my Nana Red would appreciate your warmth and wisdom as much as I do. Your kind, thoughtful comments are always appreciated, Dear One! Sending you a warm, loving hug, EA |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I love the fog... whenever I can sit in it and listen. *S* Now driving through it... that's another matter entirely! *S* But to simply sit in its mist, allowing it to block out all distractions... that does invite introspection. *S* Beautifully written! |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Another Earth Angel gem..thank you for your latest one.. Goldenrose. At the touch of love, everyone becomes poets. Plato 427 BC-348. |
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Angel4aKing Senior Member
since 2006-09-27
Posts 1372USA |
This brought back memories of my child hood seeing the "frog" (as I called it then) roll in through the fields...I once almost got lost in it, it was so thick...very good poem...take care...JulieAnn kingsangel |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Dear Linda, I enjoyed your Inner Sanctum Sanctorum greatly ... and it is so soothing, that I am ready to lay me down to sleep ... not before visiting that wondrous place you have so masterfully described, knowing that in that "special Communion" I find comfort. Loving you, Poetess. Margherita |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Always good to read you, Linda. It's like you ground us - me - to the meaningful. My hat off to you - oops - don't wear one so here's a bow! Love Helen |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Hoping all is serene in your world, Linda. You've been on my mind lately. As always, wonderful work. KBHBLY....jo |
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trutodaraiders Senior Member
since 2006-12-02
Posts 820CA |
Very well thought write here. This line jumped out at me. I am humbeled by your poem Within the still of the encompassing fog, I found my sanctum santorum. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Suthern Gal ~ Hello, Belle! This was a pleasant surprise to see that my poem had resurfaced! ~ Rising up from out of the mist! Loving hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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Goldenrose ~ That was nice of you to say! Thank you! Warm hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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JulieAnn ~ Hi, there! It's nice to make your acquaintance ~ and to read such a personable reply to my poem! Thank you! Giving you a warm, welcoming hug, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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Margherita ~ Your comments are always a pleasure to read! Each one is like getting a warm, loving hug! ~ and I am now sending one of them to you! Thank you, Marvellous Margherita! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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Hellen ~ Hi, Honey! Your lively personality has come shining through your adorable response! Sending you a big hug-o-love, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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Iliana ~ Hello, lily jo! Like you, my life is one whirling merry-go-'round. At least being busy keeps us out of trouble! ~ Well, at least most of the time! Good to hear from you! KBHBLY 2 Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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trutodaraiders ~ Hi, tru! Welcome to your new home-away-from home! Thank you for leaving such a sweet reply to my poem! That was very thoughtful of you! Giving you a warm, welcoming hug, Earth Angel |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"I stood there in silence, as if under a spell, Communing with God, land and sea. ~ Understanding my place in the Universe, As a part of All That There Be." Something to look forward to. Beautiful write EA from a beautiful spirit. JL Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
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Negative ions soothed my senses, And the mist did moisten my skin. I experienced a calm not felt before, As I turned pensive thoughts to within. Within the still of the encompassing fog, I found my sanctum santorum. This sacred place lies deep within me. ~ It’s the home of my spiritual quorum. Magnificant writing!!!!!!!!! Oh My....Linda, you are so such a lighted soul...inside and out...full of passion and love for life and poetry, helping others is your passion...wonderful write... Missed ya gal! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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JL From one "beautiful spirit" ~ to another ~ Thank You! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
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Lee J ~ I've missed you as well! ~ Big time! You have been on my mind a great deal! It is great to see you back on the boards. I appreciated your enthusiastic and highly complimentary response, sweet friend! Sending you a humongous healing and loving hug, Linda |
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MoonShadow Senior Member
since 2001-08-02
Posts 943Dark side of the Moon. |
Understanding your place in the universe... a most enviable achievement indeed. Those of us who hide in our inner sanctum dream of finding such enlightenment. Very well written and speaks much. Thank you for sharing, Linda. |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Inspired writing Linda!! believe in what your heart feels... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Moon Shadow ~ Yes, I feel that I have found my place in the Universe ~ but there is a great deal of defining and detail work yet to do! I appreciate receiving your thought-full response! Love & Moon Light ~ & Shadow, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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scorpio ~ When it comes to inspiration, what comes around ~ goes around! Loves 'n hugs, Leo |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
angelic write......by such a vixen too???...hi ya sweetie...wanna talk a bath? |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Hi, Toe! It appears that we were responding to each other at the same time! ~ To each other's poem, that is. Nobody can "talk a bath" like you can, Bama Boy! Loveya, Linda |
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