Heidi Sands Poet Rhyme

A Path This Wind Cannot Steal

I waver like the trees in the summer wind
A mind full of thoughts that continue to spin
I shake like the branches, as their leaves flutter
And feel like my words just continue to sputter

The forest is so deep, it’s easy to get lost
Compared to leaving footprints in snow or frost
So many things waiting, are left for me to do
As I continue in motion, to get on through

Longing for something out there, I can’t find
Haunted by the past, creaking in my mind
There’s a pain inside that I can’t describe at all
My being is caught in some sort of free fall

Longing for steadiness, security and more
To stay strong like the trees, as I have before
And as I watch the wind continue to blow,
I wait for what is coming, that I need to know

It’s all in the stillness I want so much to feel
To determine a path that is right and is real
      -   A path this wind cannot steal  -

Heidi Sands    

6/16/21

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Demetrios Trifiatis June 17, 2021 at 12:29 PM I have commented on this wonderful poem of yours ten hours ago but, to my surprise, I didn't find my comment here. I wonder why? I said, as you do, that in stillness we perceive our Lord's light which indicates us the path we have to follow. When this happens then we have no fear if a strong wind blows because nothing could ever will push out of our path. Excellent profound and inspiring work, my dearest Heidi. Hugs xxx Heidi Sands June 17, 2021 at 1:02 PM Hi Demetrios. Oh, that's strange that your comment would disappear? I hadn't seen it. But, I see this comment. Thank you very much for your insightful and kind feedback. I hope your day is going well. Hugs xx

Chris Green June 17, 2021 at 10:41 AM Very cool my friend. This one leaves me wandering around searching for that still path Heidi Sands June 17, 2021 at 11:19 AM Thank you very much Chris. I am searching too :)

Joanna Daniel June 17, 2021 at 8:11 AM Such an amazing write, Heidi, with different emotions playing throughout:) wonderful work:) Heidi Sands June 17, 2021 at 9:58 AM Thank you very much Jo. I hope you have a nice day :)

Kenneth Cheney June 17, 2021 at 7:49 AM Walking strong in the storms of life. The winds may blow, but cannot steal from us when we choose the right path. Enjoyed your poem. Heidi Sands June 17, 2021 at 9:58 AM Thank you for your input Kenneth. I am happy you enjoyed it :)

Quoth Theraven June 17, 2021 at 7:10 AM Hello Heidi, Musical note played so well in a poem, though alone. A note that still blends as part of a whole beautiful symphony's musical score. -Richard Heidi Sands June 17, 2021 at 9:57 AM Thank you for a very nice comment to read Richard. I hope all is well :)

David Mchattie June 16, 2021 at 4:37 PM I always say. Make good decisions and let the winds blow as they may. Well penned. Stay well. Heidi Sands June 17, 2021 at 4:59 AM That is good advice David. Thank you for your comment :)

Gershon Wolf June 16, 2021 at 2:36 PM I love this emotional and mysterious write, Heidi. Shades of Robert Frost. Lovely! ~ gw Heidi Sands June 16, 2021 at 3:07 PM Thank you very much Gershon. I appreciate your kind comment :)

Vijay Pandit June 16, 2021 at 11:38 AM WOW! A walk through nature as emotions twist and turn in memories of the past--yet, steadily emerging on a path that is right and real. Wonderfully emotive write, Heidi. Heidi Sands June 16, 2021 at 11:56 AM Thank you very much Vijay. I appreciate your kind words :)

Tom Cunningham June 16, 2021 at 11:18 AM As we go through life we get wiser and stronger, no wind will throw us off course. Hope you're well Heidi. Tom Heidi Sands June 16, 2021 at 11:29 AM Thank you Tom. A lot to do, but getting by. I hope you are well too :)