Keep alert, search for real understanding, seek to assist those in need, always be true to youself. I got all that, and more from this true Gem! You are an outstanding poet, Robert!
I wish I would have had this poem when I was going through my mother's hell. This is so beautiful Jude, and with mountain after mountain of wise words for us to follow. When I get my printer, I want to print this hand put it right where everyone can see it. I actually learned something from these words. 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
Not reading you for a few years, nor setting pen to partchment myself,
During that period, has made this coming home event unnusual, affording me the privlige, to see, from a differing vantage point.
Youre, seeming new....(to me) 'injected/found' 'simplicity' wrapped and couched in 'laced wonder-depth', has been rejuvinating to me, as I pray it has been to you as well sir
inspiration distilled, Jude. I love the pure hope that lifts the language into a category of special being. I feel like I have heard these words before yet also as if they are precisely the words meant for all of us in this moment. thank you for the ways you have shared your wisdom through poetry. Dawn
Living life to the fullest is the thing to do. Get up early in dawn and stay up way past dusk. Share your thoughts with people and dream on in your sleep and Thank God you can write like this. Great write and message to it **********
Jude, this poem is very uplifting filled with wisdom and many good thoughts. It reminds me of a song that was sung at a graduation ceremony I attended "My Wish", by Rascal Flatts..
I really enjoyed reading this poem..
Peace love and light,
Amber "V"
Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)
Reviewed on August 25, 2008
This, Jude, is my favorite of all your skillful offerings. It is affirming and wise. It is inspirational and holds the wonder of life within your beautifully composed words.
After reading some of your darker, muddier and heavier offerings, lately, that sounded like you were trying to pull another soul into enlightenment, this poem seems so much more free and carries so much more light. It is refreshing, enlightening and brings a lot of acceptance and wisdom to the page. There comes a time when we realize that there is so much truth in that old saying, "You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make him/her drink." Excellent poem and great to see you posting more, Jude.
Take care,
Sherry
Not only one more flawless rendering from a special poet, but also a very special exposé, sharing the wisdom of one whose pragmatism is full of heart.
"open your heart to the impoverished of spirit
but decline to allow their ways
to diminish your soul" - this is precious advice.
Love and {{{{{{hugs}}}}}}
Alexandra*
Excellant advise Jude, this feels almost like a father offering advise to a son or daughter or a wise senior answering a reporter's request to the secret of long life. Either way it is a winner...enjoyed.
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because it insightful and displays some beautiful abstraction;
a touch of philosophy.
Axilea
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
Not reading you for a few years, nor setting pen to partchment myself,
During that period, has made this coming home event unnusual, affording me the privlige, to see, from a differing vantage point.
Youre, seeming new....(to me) 'injected/found' 'simplicity' wrapped and couched in 'laced wonder-depth', has been rejuvinating to me, as I pray it has been to you as well sir
Sincerely
Rodney
We must always remain true to self..
Ty for this gem
Ch'erie
Good to read you again.
Ron
stan
Peace Be with you
William
A splendid sharing Jude!ET
the source of your dreams
and give them all the room they need to grow"
I love this one! Thanks, Jude!
Absolutely beautiful and meaningful inspiration: well done!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
It has been a delight to read this meaningful write. Thank you for the offering!!!
Sandie Angel :o)
I really enjoyed reading this poem..
Peace love and light,
Amber "V"
Take care,
Sherry
"open your heart to the impoverished of spirit
but decline to allow their ways
to diminish your soul" - this is precious advice.
Love and {{{{{{hugs}}}}}}
Alexandra*
Fee