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January 11, 2017 ~ Iambic Hexameter: 12 syllables, 6 feet per line

 

Above and Below

Prolific and fertile is this grand Earth, our nest,
and out in space, our Galaxies soundly attest
perhaps life just like ours has somehow coalesced
beyond our ordinary scopes of interest-
or maybe life exists that meets our common test.
Mysterious are circumstances only guessed.

What lies in those dark depths of seas where secrets rest?
These gnawing, stimulating thoughts will do their best
to hold attention to our 'unknowns' treasure chest
assuring long-term puzzles are pursued with zest.
When solved, assessed assured, we will have reached a crest
and we'll rejoice in knowing we have met our quest.
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Kendrick Avatar
August 1, 2021 at 9:42 AM
So much is being discovered all the time about the sea creatures of the deepest parts of the ocean. So much for man to still learn about God's beautiful creation. Congrats on this winner. Sara
Martin Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 1:37 PM
Great extraterrestrial poetry - we can only speculate. Congratulations Sandra! :-)
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:05 PM
Thank you very much, Mark, for your positive comment and congrats. Sandra
U.D Palawon  Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 10:01 PM
Awesome creation! Congrats. :)
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:09 PM
Thank you, Sunita, for your uplifting comment. Hugs, Sandra
Dietrich Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 7:50 PM
Yours is not only lovely but I enjoyed its inspiring message. Awesome one, Sandra. Congrats on your win.
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:12 PM
Thank you so much, Andrea. Hugs, Sandra
Medders Tobechi Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 4:35 PM
The picture sets the mood for this mystic poem. We continue to pursue the distant star. 7. Congrats on your placement. Enjoyed.
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:15 PM
Thank you very much, Janis, for the supportive comment, congrats and nice rating! Hugs, Sandra
Pett Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 12:35 PM
Congratulations Sandra on your win, enjoyed this very much, great picture as well.
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:19 PM
Thank you so much for your visit and supportive comments, Roy. Much appreciated! Sandra
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 7:00 AM
I really love your entry Sandra! I was inspired by reading it. I'm very happy to see ii high on the list and congratulate you on your second placement! : ) 7
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:27 PM
Thank you so much, Connie, for your very supportive and uplifting comments and nice rating! I appreciate it so much. Hugs, Sandra
Nusker Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 6:37 AM
I love the title and I love the content. Excellently done. Congrats!
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:31 PM
Thank you so much, Afzal, for your visit, nice comment and congrats! Sandra
Hamilton Avatar
January 27, 2017 at 8:50 PM
Nice poem, nice win Sandra, always a pleasure to read you!
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:32 PM
John, thank you so much for another great contest, your supportive comment and my nice placement. Sandra
Warrior Avatar
January 27, 2017 at 8:08 PM
Congrats!!! Sandra...I knew you would place with high honors...well done my friend...^WW^
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:33 PM
Thank you, Winged Warrior! I appreciate your positive support! Sandra
May Avatar
January 27, 2017 at 7:17 PM
We are awed by these mysteries...Great write and win Sandra...Congrats
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:38 PM
Thank you so much, Joseph, for your nice comment and congratulations! Sandra
Krampe Avatar
January 27, 2017 at 7:12 PM
Oh how beautiful! Congrats on your win, Sandra.
Haight Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 7:49 PM
Thank you very much, Agnes. Hugs, Sandra
Daniel Avatar
January 14, 2017 at 3:17 AM
Excellent poetry, Sandra:) way to go:)
Haight Avatar
January 15, 2017 at 7:03 PM
Thank you, Jo! Hugs, Sandra
Warrior Avatar
January 12, 2017 at 8:43 AM
Winner!!! winner! we have a winner!...god bless...peace my friend...^WW^
Haight Avatar
January 12, 2017 at 8:09 PM
Thank you, WW! I am so pleased that you like it. "Unknowns" are one of my favorite things to daydream about. Sandra
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