At Peace With The Elements of Life. A Sonnet to Catherine Tally (cat on a soapbox)
The Elements of Life
Waltzing my way through the falling snowflakes,
I feel energised; filled with a zest for new life.
I have extinguished the fire of past sorrows,
And I’m now light as a kite on this current sojourn.
The red tide of my tomorrows,
Has nullified the dark waves of my yesterdays;
I sail on the expectations of a brighter morn.
No blaming; no fault-finding,
This Heart is filled with gratitude for the air I breathe.
The crisp wind of winter sings me a melody so enchanting,
That Grace enters my every sinew,
And hope blossoms in the very garden of my Soul.
Today is a day of rejoicing,
And I’m at peace with the elements of life.
Manatita, The Lantern Carrier. 25th July, 2016. Copyrighted.
~ Awakening The Inner Light ~
Aphorism
"Love grows in the Soul.
Glows in the Heart
And finally flows through the body. - Sri Chinmoy
J Allen Wilson
Snow and winter
Do they thrill you?
Rumi's Poetry
© 2016 manatita44
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Comments
- AUTHOR
Peggy that was nice! You took me back two years. It was refreshing to read this poem again. So touching. I seem to have talent even then. Chuckle.
Thank you so much!
There is a unique beauty to every season of the year including winter. With the passing of each season we enter the next one anew. It is good to let go of the past and approach the days ahead with hope and gratitude. Your poem is beautiful.
- AUTHOR
I like that. So true. You're a Sage, my Deb. Thank you so much!!
This was a nice work. If one is not at peace with life, it truly will not occur during death.
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Yes, Shauna.
Great piece. Alas! I feel this too little. Much love.
This is a very inspiring piece, Manatita. It resonates peace and acceptance. I can almost hear the sigh of relief pouring through the monitor.
- AUTHOR
Well Rasma, what a fine sentiment, especially coming from a wonderful poetess such as your good self. Truly appreciated.
Just lovely and inspirational. You are the master at this kind of poetry. Really looking forward to your next.
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Yes Marlene, very liberating indeed. That is our goal...our ideal. The Garden of the Soul painting and the Gardens of The Soul video are both awesome. Thank you so much! Have a great weekend.
To feel free like your poem suggests would be very liberating, indeed. I love your accompanying images, especially "Garden of the Soul."
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Thank you so much, Frank. Appreciated.
a very well written dedication once again manatita...:)
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Thank you Ruby. A gift to be
treasured indeed!Appreciated.
To find peace with all the elements of life is a gift to be treasured. Beautiful Manatita...
- AUTHOR
Bill,
Ha ha I thought it was six or five plus right? I'm still working on it. Yes, a magical mystery tour all right. Peace, my friend.
It took me five decades to find peace. I'm not giving it up now. Life is a magical mystery tour and each day is wondrous....at least that's how I feel...but then, what do I really know? LOL Blessings always my talented friend.
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Thank you Jodah. Thank you so much!
A beautiful poetic tribute to Cat. Lovely images too.
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Surabhi, ha ha ha. Chuckle, chuckle...all is Mother's. The true Seer-poet knows that God is the supreme Artiste. Nimmita matram...nimmita matram bhava savvyasachin. (I am a mere instrument of Hers)
Your sentiment as always is very heart-felt and nourishing to me. Hari Om Tat Sat! Om Shanti!!
Catherine, I note your innate beauty. This one is for lovers of life....of the Universe ...of others goodness and Light, and I feel that you champion this cause lovingly and self-givingly. Thank you so much for your touching comments.
What a beautiful gift each day is- so full of hope and promise! Your poem captures this so perfectly, and I am very moved that you have dedicated such a lovely piece to me. Thank you :)
A very, very inspirational poetry. This is how life should be lived; in the present moment with a positive tendency. Manatita, how do you do these beautiful lines? (smile). It's so natural for you. But then yes, you are a weaver. Wonderful poem on finding an inner peace! Rumi's video was a delight. Very sweet and motivational. Carry on…
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