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A River Wends

Photograph ~ Snake River ~ Ansel Adams

a
river
wends its way
through harsh terrain -
your landscape is college, dating, career
you feel lost, so I encourage you that
rivers always
find their way
to the
sea


// for my son, Jordan //
[double tetractys]

written 27 Sep 2020

careergrowing upriversontetractys

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Paul Callus

August 30, 2020 at 12:07 AM

Some words of wisdom from father to son...looking ahead with a positive attitude. Regards // paul

John Watt

August 31, 2020 at 5:35 PM

Thank you dearly, kind sir.

Laura Leiser

August 29, 2020 at 7:07 PM

This poem is touching in so many ways, John..and with a few well chosen words it speaks volumes! Well done! :)

John Watt

August 29, 2020 at 7:24 PM

Kind words, as always my friend. Nice to see your smiling face again and read your poetic musings. Hugs ~ John

Andrea Dietrich

August 29, 2020 at 6:21 PM

I love metaphorical poems like this. This is so sweet, John. WAY to do the form justice here. I hope you get a win!

John Watt

August 29, 2020 at 7:23 PM

Thank you, my friend!

Regina Mcintosh

August 29, 2020 at 5:32 AM

Gorgeous and lovely... a enchanting write. God bless you with many many more. Love, gina

John Watt

August 29, 2020 at 10:11 AM

Kind of you to say so, Gina. God bless you ~ John

Caren Krutsinger

August 29, 2020 at 12:02 AM

A beautiful metaphoric write that gives sage advice in a fatherly fashion; poetic.

John Watt

August 29, 2020 at 10:10 AM

Thank you, Caren.

Brandy Nicole

August 28, 2020 at 9:25 PM

"rivers always find their way to the sea" This is very encouraging. You have placed your heart upon the page, in this beautiful dedication to your son. You are an amazing father. I am wrapping your thoughts gently around me. Hugs, Brandy

John Watt

August 28, 2020 at 9:35 PM

Many kind thanks, my friend. As a mother, I'm sure you know this feeling. Our kids need to know that the great big scary future isn't all that scary. Appreciate your thoughtful and encouraging words.

Krish Radhakrishna

August 28, 2020 at 1:13 PM

A great message and done well in this format! Picture is perfect! Good luck in the competition!!

John Watt

August 28, 2020 at 4:31 PM

Thank you Krish! Nice comment.

Besma Riabi Dziri

August 28, 2020 at 3:26 AM

There is nothing more beautiful and deeply felt and highly esteemed than the insight and rich life of rewarding experience, a father passing on such beauty to his son! What is more amazing a way than fine poetry a great poet through which conveys priceless messages! John, I salute the depth and the beauty of both, your poetry and your bond with your son! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and feelings.. My deepest regards and blessings.

John Watt

August 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM

Time after time, Besma, your comments uplift and speak wisdom. I am so blessed by your generous heart. Thank you so very much for being a waterfall of love and kindness to the Soup!