Trapped: oh you are so mch a victim. Hope this is not a true story. You have my heart bleedin if this is your life. just a situation observed maybe. This is too sad. Solvable, but keep crying. weepng is a release.
Lady A
From star stuff to a voice of: From star stuff to a voice of profound splendor: In this mind-stretching, light-drenched introspection, you do what is impossible for most writers and that is to capture our place in the infinite scheme of things.
This magnificent song of praise takes a huge leap into the mystery of our very existence—a jump far too difficult for philosophers, let alone poets, so I was stunned by the third line, only to be blown away by the fourth.
We will remember you.
A beautiful way to encourage: A beautiful way to encourage us to respect other people's belief systems. Such an inclusive world view would have changed history and spared humankind much violence and misery. If the ultimate destination is Love and its Source, this is an important part of the roadmap. Well said!
An excellent description of: An excellent description of the agonizing quandary we find ourselves in when we're torn between our loving instincts and the "wild whirlwind" that drags us down to the level of "learning how to sin". Your deft use of contrast (the title vs the turbulent reality), swift lines and striking emotion make this poem extremely intense.
I Have A Friend: weighing in at 450 - diet not likey. she is 71 with three kids and two grands (last count). You never know how weak or strong a heart can be. I weigh in at 142 - who know when or what will take you down. Good cautionary tale diet and exercise. A good reminder - his kids will stay fit maybe. A father's loss is behavior changing (avoidable or not). .
Good write!
~A~. H