... possibly my last post for over a MONTH! Am off globetrottin your must-see Grand Canyon, followed by Venezuela... Just think, it will be SPRING when I return... Stay well, People... I'll miss you!!!!! Hasta la vista, Kate :)) xx
WAKEING
Slumber’s flotsam disappears
like remnants of a tall ship
merging into fog. It will never
return; this night has passed.
Awakening soul uncurls, teased
slowly from its husk of sleep,
dawn-pinkness shining through.
As pain-frosted layers peel away,
kiss and let them go, penitent
they have suffered, their sorrowing
song ignored too long.
Hypnosis, psychosis sloughs
its skin: bright memory is what
brought you back, stitched you
to earth with glistening thread,
its needle pointing home.
Spawning thoughts ripple and
cascade, tremble the inner being,
tingling on lips, pooled in bowls
of yawning hips.
Now you are alive and
High Priest of your future,
this day ordained.
Brilliant as always Kate. I know I'm like the Scarlet Pimpernel and disappear for long periods but I love coming back to AD and particularly reading your work. You're always such an inspiration. Enjoy your travels sweet one.
love Chanti
Or as my mother would say, "It is time to get up, SO MOVE YOUR BUTT." LOL. That was just before everything went dark and I was thrown into perpetual night. But this poem is light and humorous, though I don't know why because another day of drudgery has begun. Get up, throw your robe on, make the breakfast, send the kids off to school and the biggest kid to work. Then your work starts, make the beds, pick up errant clothes here and there, and put them in the hamper, clean and vacuum the floors, wash the clothes, do the breakfast dishes, and then when it is all done, maybe it would be a good idea to get dressed. Maybe. Then after you are dressed, the kids come home, and the biggest kid from work asking what's for dinner, and then you realize you haven't even had lunch. Yep, a new day is here all right. LOL. I rate this a 10 out of 10, and thank you for sharing.
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie
Kate - Most of us greet the day with just a yawn. Profound awakening from "the little death."
Especially liked:
...bright memory is what
brought you back, stitched you
to earth with glistening thread,
its needle pointing home.
Sounds like you are truly alive, Kontinent Krossing, Kate - Have Fun, Fun, Fun! And make sure you hike down to the very bottom of the Grand Canyon - that's where all the good stuff is.
i love this-especially these words;
As pain-frosted layers peel away,
kiss and let them go, penitent
they have suffered, their sorrowing
song ignored too long.
from the long dark night of soul you burst forth into the light of day and make it your own,on the way to conquering wherever your trip takes you! Have a blast,as I know you will, Kate!;-) Blessings and good vibes go with you!...Eileen
My goodness, such beautiful writing and and to travel to see such a miraculous wonder. Have a safe trip and know we will be thinking of you and miss you while you are away....
You've painted a fine picture with this one Kate. Well done. Now, like Karla and Karen, I too wish you were heading to the Lone Star State. But you probably already know that once you get here you never want to leave :) WE don't !
All the best and enjoy the USA, *Glen*
Kate have a wonderful trip and know we will miss you. Tis the season to travel for reasons as I too soon will be off on my cruise with hubby. Thank you for sharing a wonderful write to keep us going while you are gone.
A softly sensuous poem. The third stanza however is my favorite... I know that I am guilty at times of holding onto past pain and not letting it go as I should...and times when I think I have let go, only to rediscover its dull ache in later quiet moments.
May you have no such moments as you let go of your home for a brief time and travel with a sun-filled heart around the world.
I love the imagery you use - a dynamic, beautiful poem, Kate. Wish you'd stop off in Texas, would love to meet you!! Have fun, stay safe, know you're in my prayers -
Wonderful write, Kate; you take care of yourself, STAY SAFE, and above all, have TONS of FUN!! You deserve it! (Wish I could join you, (((Sweetie)))!!)
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in America, Karen Lynn in Texas. :D
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love Chanti
Hope all went well on your trip.
Now let's hear a poem or story about your journey next!
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie
wonderful time!!
Regis
Especially liked:
...bright memory is what
brought you back, stitched you
to earth with glistening thread,
its needle pointing home.
Enjoy your trip. - David
Shear poetic magic through glowing imagery and a brilliant mind!!
Hugs,
Lance
love,Christine
As pain-frosted layers peel away,
kiss and let them go, penitent
they have suffered, their sorrowing
song ignored too long.
Are you coming through atlanta at all?
Walt
return with a bag full of your marvelous poetry. -gene.
A rich parting gift, truly rich. Travel well and be safe, we need you back in one piece.
John
Be always safe,
Karen
All the best and enjoy the USA, *Glen*
Newfie hugs, Rose
Edwin
May you have no such moments as you let go of your home for a brief time and travel with a sun-filled heart around the world.
Cryssa :~)
traveling myself soon. It's always great fun.
and inspires poetry, I might add ;)
Hasta la vista
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in America, Karen Lynn in Texas. :D