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A Cup Runneth Over

A Cup Runneth Over

My cup in dry abyss boils over
Condensing dewdrops in vapors of blessing
Into foaming condensed extracts
Like effervescence of divine dust
That bubbles up to the rim.

Rescued like a fallen star
From arid droughts
You send my thirsting emptiness
Like a winter deer to search for streams 
And find deep pools of dawning glory.

Purified elixir drips mercy
Into my crumbling calyx,
Molding a new chalice,
Brimming with benediction,
As tides of absolution rise into oblation.

A frozen vessel washed with snows set free
Bathes my nascent cup in all ruth
In swirling celebration’s release 
As levees of grace break free
Spilling into this my new fashioned grail. 

7-20-22
Contest: Pick a Title Vol 31
Sponsor: Edward Ibeh
Title Chosen: A Cup Runneth Over

Copyright © Sam Kauffman | Year Posted 2022

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Anil Deo Date: 7/29/2022 9:14:00 PM Amen, O holy grail! Sam, this poem, with more than 3 brilliant stanzas, is one of your best. MY FAVE now. lived stanza 2&3, but the conclusion blows the contests, if there were any. Grace & fruitful shalom for every season & circumstance, here, Sam Login to Reply Sam Kauffman Date: 7/31/2022 1:37:00 PM Anil, your beautiful message is both a gift and a blessing! I think so many of us have experienced that tidal wave of grace and forgiveness. Thank you for your beautiful words. I am honored by your fav. Sending you a torrent of blessings and grace. Thank you!

Vladislav Raven Date: 7/25/2022 6:17:00 AM Hi Sam, this is such a beautiful flowing poem, it sings into the imaginations with its creatively written lines. This piece is filled with poetic grace and I could read it over and over. Has to be a fave. Have a wonderful Monday ..... Mike. Login to Reply Sam Kauffman Date: 7/29/2022 10:07:00 AM Dear Mike, your message is just a delight! There is no greater compliment than knowing a fellow poet is inspired to read one's work over! Thank you for that joy! This poem was personal journey into gratitude and a glint of understanding into the bounty of grace that continually fills our emptiness. So grateful for your fav! Sending you overflowing blessings! All the best!

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 7/23/2022 7:18:00 AM Your faith evident again in eloquent words which i love, admire and respect. your last two lines summarize this lovely poem beautifully Sam. All the best in the contest Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Login to Reply Sam Kauffman Date: 7/29/2022 9:49:00 AM Dear Jennifer! Thank you for your amazing words - many thanks for your patience as I get caught up! It has been a busy couple of weeks. Thank you for your patience. Your messages mean so much to me. This poem, almost more than any other, is a reflection of a spiritual journey into thankfulness and gratitude - life changing, heart changing. It makes me happy to know that you travel with me! Sending overflowing blessings and a hug dear friend!

Robert Gorelick Date: 7/22/2022 11:39:00 AM Refreshing and spiritually nourishing. GL in the contest. Robert Login to Reply Sam Kauffman Date: 7/29/2022 9:43:00 AM Robert, many thanks and much gratitude coming your way. I am so happy to know that this poem was a fountain of spiritual refreshment for you. The theme took me on a spiritual journey! Thank you so much for your best wishes! Sending you overflowing blessings!

Bill Baker Date: 7/21/2022 1:02:00 PM Very creative entry, Sam. The imagery of a overflowing cup was a good metaphor. Good luck in the contest my friend. Bill Login to Reply Sam Kauffman Date: 7/29/2022 9:38:00 AM Bill, thank you so much! Edward's themes always reach deep into an unexplored realm. I am so happy you liked this poem! Thank you for your best wishes Texas friend and poet! Sending you overflowing blessings!

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/21/2022 10:52:00 AM Awesome imagery. Especially loved this line: Like a winter deer to search for streams And find deep pools of dawning glory. Login to Reply Sam Kauffman Date: 7/21/2022 11:05:00 AM Andrea, thank you so much! Your lovely message has added to the joy of this day! I have to admit that the image of the searching deer is one of my favorite images in the poem as I so often feel like that deer in search of living water! Abundant blessings to you!