What a wondrous poem of remembrance. Loved this, "The splendor of your heart song, shining out across the universe." Being with the pain of loss, yet also finding the connection in the heart that is eternal.
Thank you Jillian. It is so wonderful to see and read your beauitful writing and sense your ever glowing spirit. I am sorry for the loss of your beloved Buddha. What a splendid photo. The depth in Buddha's eyes are lasting andf life affirming. I was just speaking of their passing of my last dog. Charlie, many years ago, a black lab whom we buried on our property in Northern Vermont many years ago. I still miss the spark of his being. Thinking of you, dear beloved person.
My friends have lost two beloved dogs within the last few years. It's such a heavy loss. I try not to think about how long we'll have with our own dog, River Song - she turned 7 this year - and just enjoy while she's with us.
Each moment is a precious moment. Losing our beloved animal partners is a deep loss. May River Song and you all bless each other for many years to come!
Sorry for your loss, Jillian. We form such connections with our pets and they often understand us and value us more than we do. I believe in a resurrection and reconciliation that includes our pets and all of creation being made new. May your tears be filled with happy memories and your heart filled with the love you shared with Buddha.
This is very beautiful Julie. I love " rising up to kiss the constellations, resting in thr ebony sky." splendid imagery and rhythmic flow. It is nice to see and read your poetry again!
Joni sings
"don't it always seem to go
that you don't know what you got
til it's gone".
.
The splendor of having something come back is like no other.
.
Like a good poo.
(six years waiting)
I'm so sorry to hear about Buddha, Jillian. I was hoping for a happier outcome for you all. ❤️ I wrote about my daughter today.
My beautiful first baby:
When we were in the hospital,
just after you were born,
in our very first moment with
just the two of us,
I whispered to you that you were
going to be magnificent.
How right I was, and
how little I knew of all
that you would become.
You are splendid,
radiating life from every
spectacular inch of you,
and I am honoured to be in awe of you.
Yummy, what a sweet ode to your daughter! Love spills out of every word.
Thank you A. What an incredibly beautiful and moving poem. Love flows in every word. Awe and wonder are the foundation for the love you all share.
Thank you, Larry! They absolutely are. ❤️
it snuck up on me
such a small detail
just enough to
cause my gaze to linger
a little longer than
I normally would
that is what it takes
for me at least
one tiny feature
that catches my eye
or word that hangs
between sight or sound
and my mind
drawing subtly
to the larger focus
that opens up to
the splendor
I am thinking of
the views at
Petra and Rome
the waters off of
the Bahamas
the music of
"Ode to Joy" and "Hallelujah Chorus"
the special moments
such as the birth of a child
and falling in love
some many splendors
that are start with that
small focus that
catches the attention
may we all have more
of the small encounters
that lead to some
grandeur and majesty
Yes, these moments in time that take our breath away!
Very nice Steven! Ah, the blessings of the small moments and encounters!
Jillian, this one is for you.
Splendor
Waking today to an emptiness,
a sense that defies definition
or explanation.
Except it is there, the grayness of the sky
the presence of rain, soft and steady
the questions hanging like the humidity of the air,
Why? How? When? What? Where?
The ones we cannot name, will never speak…
which makes even more splendid the gift of your name,
the beauty of your open heart,
the soul song of your words,
the precious spark of your spirit.
Circling in cycles with true wonder,
love lived and lives lost,
trails explored and the courage to
carve a new path across sacred ground.
The gift of seeing the rainbow revelations,
even when the clouds are heaviest.
The splendor of your heart song,
shining out across the universe.
What a wondrous poem of remembrance. Loved this, "The splendor of your heart song, shining out across the universe." Being with the pain of loss, yet also finding the connection in the heart that is eternal.
Thank you Julie!
Thank you Jillian. It is so wonderful to see and read your beauitful writing and sense your ever glowing spirit. I am sorry for the loss of your beloved Buddha. What a splendid photo. The depth in Buddha's eyes are lasting andf life affirming. I was just speaking of their passing of my last dog. Charlie, many years ago, a black lab whom we buried on our property in Northern Vermont many years ago. I still miss the spark of his being. Thinking of you, dear beloved person.
My friends have lost two beloved dogs within the last few years. It's such a heavy loss. I try not to think about how long we'll have with our own dog, River Song - she turned 7 this year - and just enjoy while she's with us.
Each moment is a precious moment. Losing our beloved animal partners is a deep loss. May River Song and you all bless each other for many years to come!
Sorry for your loss, Jillian. We form such connections with our pets and they often understand us and value us more than we do. I believe in a resurrection and reconciliation that includes our pets and all of creation being made new. May your tears be filled with happy memories and your heart filled with the love you shared with Buddha.
The crackling of the fire
sent sparks flying through the air.
Rising up to kiss the constellations
resting in the ebony sky.
.
Sitting still as if frozen in time, mesmerized
by the swaying and spiraling flames.
Each a veil from the belly dancer’s dress
enticing me, enthralling me.
.
Blazing enchanted passions
opening gateways, taking me to unknown
places and moments of grace and wonder.
Ahhh, the splendor of a kindled heart.
This is very beautiful Julie. I love " rising up to kiss the constellations, resting in thr ebony sky." splendid imagery and rhythmic flow. It is nice to see and read your poetry again!
Jillian, I am so sorry to hear about your sweet beloved Buddha! So hard on the heart. This is a precious tender time, take care of you.