Mirror of the Soul

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Author's Notes: An introspective free verse piece here on the "Mirror of the Soul." I meant this as a cause for a pause to ponder one's self. (Gary Bateman, September 28, 2014)

Gazing into a clear lake pool . . . I saw a reflection of my life before me. The gaze and what I saw depicted . . . A progression of past life experiences. I savored the funny and kind moments . . . Looked despairingly on the difficult moments. This gaze into the mirror of my soul . . . Astounds and confounds me still today. And the knowledge that we are all . . . Much more than the sum of our parts, Means so much more to me today. What I’ve learned are six things . . . Ignorance begets Stupidity, Knowledge begets Wisdom, Inspiration begets Creativity, Light begets Illumination, Passion begets Vivacity, Love begets Happiness (but not all the time). To know yourself . . . You must see and sense yourself In the mirror of your own soul. Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved, Schoeningen, Germany (September 28, 2014) (Free Verse poetic format)

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Dorian Petersen Potter

Date: 11/16/2014 6:34:00 PM

Well done Gary you sir, my dear friend have a God given talent with your amazing pen. Enjoyed your piece! Keep your ink running black and wet! lol... :) Love and Hugs! .xxx D.

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/17/2014 3:32:00 PM

"D" my ink well will certainly keep running both black and wet. Have no doubts about that. Thank you so much for your wonderful comments and observations. I really appreciate them. You take the time to always to comment meaningfully -- as I try to do. I'm glad you liked "Mirror of the Soul." More poems on the way. I will be by to check out your latest too!! Best Always, Gary XOXO

Elisabeth Sheaffer

Date: 10/3/2014 3:26:00 AM

There is so much truth in this. It is beautiful and helpful. Thank you, Gary.

Gary Bateman
Date: 10/3/2014 3:27:00 PM

Elisabeth . . . Thanks for your visit and read here. I am very pleased that you enjoyed this piece. Continued Best Wishes, Gary

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 9/29/2014 7:20:00 AM

Mein freund, Gary, this is a very philosophical approach of the Pythagorean and Platonic approach! The conception and development is beautiful! Excellent work! Ich gratuliere dich!

Gary Bateman
Date: 9/29/2014 2:31:00 PM

Demetrios Mein Freund!! I really appreciate your philosophical linkage here to the Pythagorean and Platonic approach. I am very pleased that you liked the work. Ich bedanke mich auch!! Alles Gute!! Cheers, Gary

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 9/29/2014 5:31:00 AM

such a very deep beautifully penned piece dear friend

Gary Bateman
Date: 9/29/2014 2:25:00 PM

Liam my friend . . . as you can see, I one of those "inner self persons." Glad you enjoyed the write and thoughts. All the Best, Gary

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 9/28/2014 9:11:00 AM

Lovely allegorical write well penned, Gary

Gary Bateman
Date: 9/28/2014 5:39:00 PM

Dr. Ram ... Thank you so very much for your comment here. Glad you liked it!! Best Wishes, Gary