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Constance's 'Listen to the Wind' Contest ~ 9/5/25

Listen to the Wind

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I listen to the wind as it dries my tears 
     because its flowing current is wiser than all my years.
                                            ~ Quote by poet

Wind is never silent, echoing its cries 
   Sings in the night to stars in celestial skies 
Stories are told upon the rushing wind 
   but in the telling, never does it feel chagrined. 
Quicker than a heartbeat, it errantly flies. 

Across mountain peaks its music is heard. 
   In harmony, I listen to every word. 
I feel the cold of its temperate sting 
   and along with its beckoning lyrics, I sing. 
When its message touches me, I am stirred.   

In a gentle voice through meadows, it talks 
   Capturing my attention on morning walks 
Inviting me along with flowers to take flight  
   to soar to the moon. I'd accept the invite 
if I had pinion wings like eagles and hawks. 

I listen to the wind as it howls without grace, 
blows briny waves of saltwater in my face. 
It speaks of love in such a solemn breath 
In its stillness, sometimes I hear it mourning death.
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Date: 9/11/2025 11:17:00 AM
Lin, you give us a lot to contemplate here. It makes me think of the wind as part of my being and not just something I'm subjected to. There's so much to think about as we go about our daily lives and finding a balance between thought and action is not necessarily simple. You have something special going for you and the words you share. Many Tys and smiles!!
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/12/2025 8:43:00 AM
Some hear it speak through wind chimes. It's a matter of being open minded, but I never hear it do anything except wail. lol Thanks, Duke.
Date: 9/9/2025 3:37:00 PM
Lin, congratulations on your win in my contest, Listen to the Wind, with your beautiful poem, I love the image, quote and your amazing audio also, blessings
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/10/2025 7:19:00 AM
I'm always delighted to have my poetry placed on your winning list. Thank you, Constance.
Date: 9/8/2025 9:47:00 AM
Back with Congratulations on your win. I loved reading your lovely/wonderful write again. Have a blessed day with your win.............
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/10/2025 7:18:00 AM
Thank you very much, Paula.
Date: 9/7/2025 10:18:00 AM
Lovely, Lin. It reminds me of my growing-up days in West Texas where the wind is an almost constant companion.
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/7/2025 3:48:00 PM
Thank you for your thoughts, Jim.
Date: 9/6/2025 10:24:00 AM
nice poem. Love it.
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/7/2025 7:12:00 AM
Thanks a lot.
Date: 9/6/2025 4:49:00 AM
"I feel the cold of its temperate sting" -- Penetrating and stirring. "In its stillness, sometimes I hear it mourning death." -- They are with us, reminded in many natural ways. Lovely poetry my friend. You may have penned a winner.
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/6/2025 10:03:00 AM
Winner or not, Joe, comments like yours are reward enough so, I’m grateful that you found it win worthy. ;-)
Date: 9/5/2025 6:09:00 PM
beautifully penned as ever Lin! hugs jan xx
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/5/2025 6:23:00 PM
I’m so pleased you like it, Jan.
Date: 9/5/2025 11:08:00 AM
What a lovely/wonderful write with a great quote. Yes, the wind will speak. Great/Pretty Picture... "Good Luck" We both did this one. Have a lovely day/weekend writing away............
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Lin Lane
Date: 9/5/2025 6:15:00 PM
Thanks for being so vigilant with your kind comments, Paula.
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