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A Waste of Time But To Others It Was Sublime

I've always believed that I was aware of where my thoughts lie and that they often arrive unbidden, as a foe or friendly ally. Sometimes grabbing my attention, sifting around in my mind, even those I attempt to suppress, the ones I feel are unkind. Do thoughts lead to awareness or is it the other way around? I pondered the contrast until an arc of enlightenment was found. I discerned that I'm able to know whether I'm deluded or clear, and that thinking gives way to awareness when it draws near. There seems to be a slim boundary that separates the two, often transparent, like a sheer veil I can almost see through. I don't think I'd be wise to suppress my thoughts as they arise, or my awareness may be obscured if forced to hide in disguise. Does wisdom come to me through thought and meditation? I believe it does because I feel a sense of positive connotation, or an intrinsic vision that fills my mind with a spiritual calm. A soothing measure that heals my stress like a healing balm.

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Date: 3/4/2023 7:29:00 PM
Wow , this is a beautiful poem , great job ! :)
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Date: 12/10/2022 2:17:00 PM
You’re teasing at the membrane of reality here Jenna, do thoughts lead to awareness or vice versa, I honestly believe they feed off each other and are intrinsically linked, you’ve done a great job and I think the Seeker will rate it highly, his contests are always very tricky, great writing, cheers David
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David Kavanagh
Date: 12/11/2022 9:48:00 AM
Such a pity Jenna, I enjoyed your poem, I have so many N/As from Seeker too, no biggie! we move forward!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 12/11/2022 7:43:00 AM
Seeker saw no merit in my entry. N/A'd without a second thought. lol
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Jenna Logan
Date: 12/11/2022 5:01:00 AM
You always state things in the most unorthodox and immensely interesting phrases, David. ie. your first sentence. I'm not at all sure Seeker and I are on the same page with this theme, but I gave it my best shot. Cliches like that are most certainly NOT what he's looking for. Thanks a bunch, David.
Date: 12/10/2022 9:08:00 AM
Superb take on the contest theme, Jenna. I am totally at a loss for words on this one. I googled the subject, but didn't get any ideas for a poem. Good luck in the contest.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 12/10/2022 9:33:00 AM
I always feel the way you do when I first read Seeker's contest theme. Kind of like thinking, "Huh?" But after giving it more thought and a little google help, lines start flowing. Even after posting, I'm not sure I took the right approach... but que sera Thanks for your thoughts, Milt.
Date: 12/10/2022 6:23:00 AM
Hi Jenna, A good piece to ponder, worthy of much reflection. I'm still stuck on your last poem and disappointed that eager child wasn't one of yours. Have a great day..Nancy
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Jenna Logan
Date: 12/10/2022 6:38:00 AM
lol Nancy. If I had a daughter, I'd want her to be exactly like Ellie... a daddy's girl just like I was. When I was writing that one, I could see the whole story so clearly, faces, places... everything. Thanks a lot, Nancy.
Date: 12/10/2022 5:28:00 AM
Such an interesting read Jenna and a very honest one to share! I feel that thought leads to awareness and that often thought is shared with me by something bigger. I always know when the thoughts I have received are what I needed. A great white and perfect for the contest! Happy Saturday xxoo
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Jenna Logan
Date: 12/10/2022 6:02:00 AM
Good morning, Mike. I wasn't very confident that my 'thoughts' for the theme of this contest were on the same path Seeker wanted entries to follow, but these lines were what I found on the journey. He certainly does make us think! Thank you so much and have a great weekend.
Date: 12/9/2022 8:20:00 PM
As I was reading this, I had at least two or three thoughts pop in per line...Blessing or curse. Evocative piece indeed. =;o]
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Arlo Parker
Date: 12/10/2022 1:22:00 PM
I know it's a rhetorical question, but thoughts blaze across my brainscape so quickly it's hard to choose. Always striving for clarity, yet jammed with myriad emotions all 'round. Ultimately, always do the right thing...
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Jenna Logan
Date: 12/9/2022 8:37:00 PM
Which did you choose, AP? Thanks for reading me.

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