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A Walk In Solitude

A walk in solitude is sometimes best
     to weigh my thoughts in nature's open-air
          and put my heart and soul to needed rest
where only I, with quiet beauty, share.

For then, when inner troubles wake and stir,
     the beauty of the sky can wrap around
          with softness, like a blanket- swaddle, blur
my problems until good resolves are found.

The singing of the birds lifts up my heart;
     their melodies soothe well my anxious mind,
          as if they speak to me alone, impart
a peacefulness where tensions soon unwind.

The swaying, tall tree branches wave to me
     with graceful arms that gently pull me in,
          Their motion holds my mind in fantasy, 
and like a child, I feel caressed within.

A walk in solitude is my sweet gift,
     for side by side with nature, I'm reborn
          with its fresh air and beauty- such a lift
to leave behind my cares, soon gone, outworn.

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Lin Lane Date: 10/7/2023 7:38:00 AM Sandra, you've always been one of my favorite poets on the site, and it's because you write such beautiful poetry. This one is no exception. Congratulations. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/8/2023 5:37:00 PM You're so very welcome, Sandra. Sandra Haight Date: 10/8/2023 5:36:00 PM Thank you so much, Lin, for stopping by with your lovely and very supportive comments and congratulations. I appreciate your kindness so much. Sandra

Shadow Hamilton Date: 10/7/2023 5:04:00 AM Well done on placing in my contest good poem on nature hugs Shadow Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 10/8/2023 5:35:00 PM Thank you for the great contest, Shadow, and for my nice placement. So nice seeing you on PS again! Hugs, Sandra

John Watt Date: 8/30/2022 10:30:00 AM Sandra, your lovely cadence and talent with rhymes always bring a smile to my heart. I too love to take walks in solitude and commune with nature and be alone in tranquil thought. Another beautiful poem from your golden pen, so happy to see another marathon winner, and wishing you all the best for continued success in the run ~ John Login to Reply

Susan Ashley Date: 8/28/2022 7:09:00 PM Dear Sandra, it’s joy to return and reread your beautiful poem once again. Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark’s contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Login to Reply

Mark Toney Date: 8/26/2022 10:52:00 AM Sandra, your poem beautifully highlights the benefits of "A Walk in Solitude" in nature. "... for side by side with nature, I am reborn ... such a lift to leave behind my cares, soon gone, outworn." We feel less depressed and anxious, with an increased sense of enjoyment and satisfaction. This is also a Fav Poem for me because I feel at peace after reading it! Congratulations on your win on Mile 12 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on, because Mile 13 has already started! Login to Reply

Constance La France Date: 8/26/2022 8:00:00 AM Sandra, a beautiful poem and congratulations on your win in the contest ~ Login to Reply

Vladislav Raven Date: 1/6/2019 5:42:00 PM Hi Sandra, dropping by with my congratulations on your well-deserved win with this wonderful piece. Have a wonderful Monday. Hugs....Mike. XX Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 1/14/2019 8:19:00 AM Thank you very much, Mike, for your visit and lovely comments! Much appreciated! Hugs back to you! Sandra

Gershon Wolf Date: 1/6/2019 1:42:00 PM You truly covered the 'A-Z' of thoughts and reflection with this peaceful, cerebral write, Sandra. Your eloquent words speak to the heart of the contest and have earned you a richly deserved top winner. Congrats and best wishes, Gershon Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 1/14/2019 8:18:00 AM Thank you so much, Gershon, for your visit and most supportive and encouraging comments. I appreciate them so much. Sandra

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/6/2019 1:39:00 PM - A great win dear Sandra, congratulations :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 1/14/2019 8:17:00 AM Thank you, Anne-Lise! Hugs, Sandra

Janice Canerdy Date: 1/6/2019 1:28:00 PM CONGRATULATIONS on your well-deserved win! Janice Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 1/14/2019 8:16:00 AM Thank you very much, Janice! Hugs, Sandra

Silent One Date: 1/6/2019 10:29:00 AM Very deep walk, with so much to ponders.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest.. Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 1/14/2019 8:16:00 AM Thanks for another great contest, your supportive comment, and congrats. I appreciate my fine placement. Sandra

Line Gauthier Date: 9/14/2018 8:18:00 PM Congrats, Sandra, on your gold medal win. Well done. Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 9/18/2018 7:03:00 PM Thank you, Line! Hugs, Sandra

Subimal Sinha-Roy Date: 9/12/2018 1:06:00 AM Congratulations, Sandra on your win. Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 9/12/2018 4:10:00 PM Thank you very much, Subimal! Hugs, Sandra

Constance La France Date: 8/9/2018 2:46:00 PM Sandra congratulations on your win in my contest with this amazing write ~ Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 8/9/2018 6:01:00 PM Thank you so much, Dear Heart, for the great contest with its awesome theme. I am so pleased with my placement too! Much appreciated. Hugs, Sandra

Abdul Malik Date: 8/9/2018 10:06:00 AM The first stanza is exceptional. Very nice. I like it. congrats Login to Reply

Susan Gentry Date: 8/8/2018 11:52:00 PM Congratulations on your win. A beautiful walk that would surely calm any situation. I miss not taking mine. Enjoyed. Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 8/9/2018 5:59:00 PM Yes, Susan, we all need our time with 'solitude', especially outdoors with beautiful nature. Thank you for your lovely comment and congrats. Hug, Sandra

Jan Allison Date: 8/8/2018 5:48:00 PM what a beautiful tranquil poem Sandra, I enjoy company but also relish having time alone:-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 8/9/2018 5:58:00 PM Thank you, Jan. I am so pleased that you can identify with this peace and so much appreciate your visit and lovely comment. Hugs, Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/7/2018 6:42:00 AM Oh my this is lovely Sandra! Congratulations on your second placement. This is going into my Faves my friend.! : ) Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 8/9/2018 5:56:00 PM Once again, thank you, Connie, for your continued visits and lovely comments...and the Fave! You are very kind, my friend, and so much appreciated. Hugs, Sandra :)

Susan Ashley Date: 7/30/2018 10:10:00 PM Your beautiful write is soothing, Sandra, and your poetry wraps around my mind “with softness, like a blanket, swaddle, blur my problems till a better answer's found” - comforted in the plush of sweet serenity. Best wishes for a win my friend. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 7/31/2018 4:16:00 PM Thank you so much, Susan, for your beautiful and very kind comments...always so uplifting and supportive. Hugs, Sandra

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart Date: 7/30/2018 12:42:00 PM Wonderful piece Sandra! Just back from my walk in the woods, complemented completely by this piece ;) Good luck in the contest! xomo Login to Reply Sandra Haight Date: 7/31/2018 4:14:00 PM Thank you very much, Maureen, for your uplifting comment. Hugs, Sandra