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Rest Certain
by Dawn Wilson
Friday, April 24, 2009
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Often, I marvel at the beauty of everyday things...


I watch from my bedroom window

as the two of them sit side by side.

Briefly, they gaze into each other’s

eyes and then kiss.  When finished, she

gently rests her head against his. 

 

The pair continue in this manner for the

next several minutes, before finally

discovering me.  I shrink back from the

window, feeling like an intruder, yet

continue to watch as they engage in

one last kiss before spreading their

wings in flight.

 

I smile at the beauty of what I have

witnessed, thankful for the splendor

that surrounds me.  For it is in observing

simple, everyday things that I rest certain…

 

certain in a Power far greater than I.

 

 




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Reviewed by Joyce Bell 12/3/2009
SO INSPIRING...IS THIS DELICATE WORK OF FAITH THAT GENTLY POINTS ONE IN 'HIS' DIRECTION. ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING AND GOD BLESS.
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Reviewed by William Bonilla 5/25/2009
Just think on how and what they were feeling,
Those same feelings you felt when love was new to you
You wasn't intruding, you were remembering
Outstanding write
Love & peace be with you

William
Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis 5/9/2009
Beautiful glimpse of many to be had might we simply take the time to observe - keenly observe - within a deep sense of curiosity, kinship and appreciation.
Reviewed by Kate Burnside 5/1/2009
I, too, am privileged to bear witness to similar displays of love and faithfulness, Dawn, living on the edge of a bird reserve as I do. I, too, am touched by how universally bonding and harmonious our living world is. Thank you for this beautiful expression of it. Kate xx
Reviewed by Regis Auffray 5/1/2009
It is refreshing to read such uplifting verses, Dawn. Thank you for sharing your gift. Love and blessings to you,

Regis
Reviewed by David Hightower 4/30/2009
Dawn - Touching use of personification to point to the fact that there is more than we know...

Especially liked:

I smile at the beauty of what I have

witnessed, thankful for the splendor

that surrounds me.

- David
Reviewed by J'nia Fowler 4/28/2009
As it was meant to be. Lovely, thank you, J'nia
Reviewed by Chantilly Lace 4/27/2009
Lovely writing sweet lady..well done indeed...stay safe and well..Hugss
Reviewed by Sheila Roy 4/26/2009
Dawn,
This is a lovely write. It reminds me of the times I've watched the wild turkeys come through my yard. The way they cross a street fascinates me. Hugs,
Sheila
Reviewed by Axilea Uzumcuoglu 4/26/2009
Effective construction until the very last line.
And I can so relate to this poem
as I can picture myself feeling profound
happiness for having witnessed such meaningful beauty.

Axilea
Reviewed by Amber Moonstone 4/26/2009
Dawn, I love your poem, it speaks of love in the simple pleasures of life. Often I too watch nature, and am always in awe of it's beauty and simplicity.
Beautifully written,
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"
Reviewed by jude forese 4/24/2009
its often in the commonplace occurrences that you can hear the voice of god ...

well done, DAwn ...
Reviewed by J. Allen Wilson 4/24/2009
Beautiful images seen through eyes that truly see.

Allen
Reviewed by Cynthia Buhain 4/24/2009
Beautiful Dawn, written well as "an intruder" - God's creatures give us more lessons than we can perceive, and observing them closely sometimes brings us closer to the One Who created them.

Cynthia
Reviewed by John Flanagan 4/24/2009
Dawn,
It's in the everyday that the magic is; waiting for (so-called) great moments is to miss the point and the true events. What you witnessed is beautiful and ordinary at the same time and that you shared it with us so thoughtfully and tenderly is wonderful. Thank you.
John
Reviewed by Karen Palumbo 4/24/2009
They say miracles happen everyday and I do believe this was one of them, beautiful....

Be always safe,
Karen
Reviewed by L. Figgins 4/24/2009
I watched two falcons circling each other, falling and then rising in a mating dance in the sky. It was like a ballet-beautiful. Yes, "...it is observing simple, everyday things that I can rest certain in a Power far greater than I." This write inspires faith in things unseen. Fine poem! Thank you, Dawn...Lin
Reviewed by Barbara Henry 4/24/2009
Dawn,
This is a very moving poem,and I completely agree with you:Life's simple pleasures are the best.
Thanks for reminding me of this great truth.
Much syccess
Barbara Henry
Reviewed by Ed J. 4/24/2009
Wonderfully pleasing poem. The poet of momnets strikes again.

stay well and keep writing

Ed
Reviewed by Gene Williamson 4/24/2009
This is quite lovely, Dawn. So glad you caught
that one perfect moment. -gene
Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner 4/24/2009
I concur, Dawn, one of your best. Absolutely gorgeous! Well done.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Reviewed by L Hippler 4/24/2009
Oh, Dawn, I loved this! I think this was one of your best ever.
Larry
Reviewed by Dale Clark 4/24/2009
Awesome, Dawn, it's the beauty in life...
Great pen!
Reviewed by Christine Alwin 4/24/2009
Simply beautiful Dawn!
Reviewed by Georg Mateos 4/24/2009
A great poem, about the simple thing of life that point us to small happening being part of a greater one.

Georg

PS. better that those birds don't fly over my newly washed car!

Reviewed by Mr. Ed 4/24/2009
A truly lovely poem, Dawn, and birds are truly wondrous creatures.
Reviewed by Dallas D'Angelo-Gary 4/24/2009
Amen! Very nicely done, Dawn!
Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper 4/24/2009
I love your poem, Dawn. There truly are many beautiful things to be seen in nature and in the sky. The picture is a wonderful complement to your poem.
Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan 4/24/2009
what a gift to have observed their sweet beauty--and your poem a gift to us!
Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado 4/24/2009
Beautiful write and piccy, Dawn; well done! BRAVA!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Texas, Karen Lynn. :D
Reviewed by George Carroll 4/24/2009
How true Dawn and when we observe nature we see in it God's wonderful creation.
Reviewed by Felix Perry 4/24/2009
Even for old Agnostics like me this simple beauty and worded truth hits home and reminds me that there is definately a greater power out there looking on. Thanks for sharing such an excellant poem.

hugs
Fee
Reviewed by Liana Margiva 4/24/2009
VERY BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!! '...In one last kiss before spreading their wings in flight'---------I LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva


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