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Poem written for and submitted to “Listen to the Wind” poetry contest, Constance La France, sponsor, September 5, 2025

"Listen to the wind. Know I am near." quote taken from "Ponderings from a Porch 

Swing," (loquaciouslane.com/2025/02/05/when-the-wind-blows-know-i-am-near/)

LISTEN TO THE WIND

LISTEN TO THE WIND
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Listen to the wind murmur. Can you hear it
     gently stirring yesterday’s dust motes, 
          kissing everyone's cheek with forgotten warmth,
               painting hues of hope into the bleeding blue? 

Listen to the wind sing. Can you hear it
     creating a soft melody from rustling leaves,
          whispering promises etched into tree bark,
               grounding us in the breath we share equitably?

Listen to the wind mumble. Can you hear it
     bowing giant oaks, tickling forest’s green expanse,
          ruffling the mouse’s coat as well as the king’s gold crown,
               leveling an equal, impartial hand to all?

Listen to the wind whisper. Can you hear it
     raising up paper cranes and giving them flight,
          carrying one’s dreams on its placid breezes,
               guaranteeing nothing, yet everything. 

Listen to the wind moan. Can you hear it
     lifting silent prayers, light as dandelion fluff,
          bidding us pause as life’s burdens dissolve?

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Line Gauthier Date: 9/5/2025 9:12:00 PM Love how your crafted this poem. Each stanza has that all important first line that renders your poem lyrical and magical ~ beautiful effect. I particularly love how you chose to wrap up your poem. Wonderful ~ Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/6/2025 7:03:00 AM thank you, Line, for stopping by and for your detailed and positive comments...which mean a great deal to me. I appreciate your ongoing support.

Paula Goldsmith Date: 9/5/2025 2:18:00 PM A  wonderful write and picture. Love Both... "Good Luck" I also did this one. Have a wonderful day/weekend writing away............ Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/6/2025 7:04:00 AM thank you, dear Paula. You're always so encouraging and kind...color me grateful...have a blessed day, hugs, Sara

Joe Dimino Date: 9/5/2025 5:42:00 AM "Listen to the wind whisper. Can you hear it raising up paper cranes and giving them flight, carrying one’s dreams on its placid breezes, guaranteeing nothing, yet everything." -- Lovely poetry, Sara. You may have a winner here. Have a great day! Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/6/2025 7:04:00 AM you are most kind, Joe! I appreciate you and your positive encouragement. have a splendid Saturday!