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Aloha Spirit

Aloha Spirit

Sol, with his golden crown, greets me each morning
within divine rays extending out over emerald hills
and valleys that absorb his warmth of abiding light.

View misty alabaster clouds turn from twilight's purple
into softest rose just before golden regal rays emerge
calling forth fowl to take flight into spacious azure skies
winging their way from tree to pole to wherever their
heart’s desire on their quest for food for fledglings with
hungry mouths agape, loudly peeping in their nests.

The sea coruscates in shades of jade illuminations
luring early risers with surfboards to ride the surf.
Share the scents of floral fair that lingers in the tropic air
carried by the trade winds whimsy, enthralling all.

Not a poem to 86 but one of lucky number 7 doubled 77!
Kahunas sing sacred chants with drums that echo still.


6/20/20

Poem name: Island Spirit
Views: 8677
Poetry form: Rhyme
Date of Publication: 01/17/2015

Views For Poems Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Funom Makama

*Kahuna (c. 1890) Kahuna is a Hawaiian word, defined as a respected person who has moral authority in society; a "priest, healer, sorcerer, magician, wizard, minister, expert in any profession (whether male or female) Shaman.

*86: We’ve all heard someone used the term 86 in reference to doing away with something. There are a few schools of thought behind where the saying came from. Some have more legs than others—such as those of the restaurant industry—but to this day, there is still no official etymology. 

*The number 7: Throughout the ages the number 7 has defied the law of averages and confounded mathematicians. For many of the powerful and wealthy, the number 7 is a symbol of luck and good fortune. Carry the Lucky 7 with you and experience: A dramatic turnaround of events in your favor. Increased Lucky Streaks.

My thanks to the following links for these pictures:

https://www.journeyera.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/featuredpost-08183-1005x635.jpg

http://imagesofoldhawaii.com/wp-content/uploads/Kahuna-Physician-HerbKane-400.jpg
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Ashley Avatar
November 11, 2020 at 4:26 PM
Dear Connie, your gifted pen enchants my imagination with such exquisite imagery. So beautiful as your artistry brings me there to enjoy the island spirit. The mystical feeling of your final two lines adds to this lovely experience. Superb, dear poetess. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Fleming Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 1:26 PM
You always could make that wonderful island home of yours sound so beautifully wistful and dreamy...you are truly blessed, Connie. Your grateful friend. :) john
Proxenos Avatar
August 1, 2020 at 1:01 PM
You are a talented poetess, I only just saw that I haven't commented on this gem which you so superbly wrote - aloha to you my friend and huge congratulations on a well deserved win. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.
Mishra Avatar
July 26, 2020 at 9:28 PM
Dear Connie, this magnificent muse of yours is not just creative but highly artistic on many levels. A fave for me. It is so intricately designed that each read brings out new layers of beauty and deoth. Congratulations on your win. I wish it was placed higher. Blessings and love :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 1:03 AM
That up is so sweet of you to say Aditi. I appreciate the fave more than you know. My husband passed away three days ago and I haven’t been up to responding much. We were together over forty years. Thank you very much. Love, Connie
Raven Avatar
July 25, 2020 at 7:23 AM
Hi Connie, once again your vivid imagery does paint such a wonderful images of your paradise. I aqlways find the peace I seek within your gentle words. I loved the content of the poem and also the notes. Has to be another fav, Connie. Have a wonderful Saturday. Hugs....Mike. XX
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 1:05 AM
Thank you very much Mike. I truly appreciate your comment and fave. Love and blessings, Connie
Watt Avatar
July 17, 2020 at 6:24 PM
Connie, my gratitude for these aloha words and images. Loved the line "The sea coruscates in shades of jade illuminations" as well as your educational notes. Congrats for the win ~ John
Makama Avatar
July 17, 2020 at 5:56 AM
Thank you so much Connie for this expository, vast and educating poem. It was an excellent entry, well deserving of its high placement. This is good work.
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 17, 2020 at 4:39 PM
Thank you for my sixth placement Funom. I enjoyed creating this poem for your contest. You had some awesome entries and I read them all! Blessings xxoo
Callus Avatar
July 11, 2020 at 5:33 PM
Lovely, captivating imagery, Connie! Hawaii has often been a fount of inspiration for your poems! Aloha :) // paul
DiMino Avatar
July 9, 2020 at 7:35 PM
This is amazing work, Connie; I mean, really outstanding, beautiful writing. I finally traveled to Hawaii thanks to your vivid and enchanting text.
Rose  Avatar
July 6, 2020 at 11:32 AM
I am always enriched by reading your poems, I learn a new word each time. You are a gift to poetry soup and me. Have a blessed day dear one xo
Kiser Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 12:25 PM
I had to "fav", this is too beautiful. Love, "The sea coruscates in shades of jade illuminations luring early risers with surfboards to ride the surf." Just wonderful to read.
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 17, 2020 at 4:41 PM
Wow M.L. Thank you so much for your lovely comment and Fave. It is much appreciated! Blessings xxoo
Rodrigues Avatar
June 25, 2020 at 7:32 PM
Hawaii’s beauty with its cacading waterfalls, bounty of flower leis and welcoming spirit! Lovely
Dietrich Avatar
June 24, 2020 at 5:52 PM
Just dropping by to say hi, Connie. I should check winner lists and see if you made a really current one. So much to catch up on here.
Faulkner Avatar
June 23, 2020 at 9:12 PM
Beautiful song of the tropics, Connie, best wishes for the contest-
Kamoonpuri Avatar
June 23, 2020 at 11:35 AM
Does sol refer to the sun? It feels so. The imagery in YOYR poem is all awesome, I love using the same colours, and I admire the fledgling stanza as a bird lover who is always keen on finding birds in poetry. Kudos !!! Kudos!! ................. ---- ...Plz pleez do read and comment my newest piece, a prose and do also read the articles and data I have copy pasted in comment section below that poem so you will corroborate the matter further.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 23, 2020 at 3:43 PM
Sol is the Roman god of the sun. Thank you very much. I shall check out your poem. Aloha
Neumann Avatar
June 23, 2020 at 5:55 AM
An ode to Hawaii. I rember warmly my surfing attempts at Waiamea Bay. Kind wishes, Kai
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 23, 2020 at 3:37 PM
Then you know the peaceful beauty of the islands Kai. Thank you very much my friend. Aloha xxoo
Krutsinger Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 8:02 PM
Beautiful imagery Connie, reminding me that Hawaii is Nirvana on earth.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 10:48 PM
Thank you Caren. It is my paradise anyway. xxoo
Ball Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 1:08 PM
Lovely Connie. The imagery here brings to mind visuals of tropical paradise, Great job as always. God Bless, JB
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 1:56 PM
Thank you very much Judy. I can't enjoy it right now but hope things go back to a semblance or normal here by fall. Blessings xxoo
Laurie Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 1:17 AM
Hello Connie … you really can describe paradise. Some beautiful descriptions in this wonderful verse Connie - thank you - Lindsay
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 2:00 PM
Thank you Lindsay. It was difficult trying to fit in the numbers required by his contest rules. I may remove that line after the contest is over as it does not fit in well. Blessings xxoo
Dietrich Avatar
June 21, 2020 at 2:25 PM
what a great way to use 86!! Did you know 7 is my destiny number, Connie, so it's a lucky number for me as well. GREAT job you did with this unusual poetry challenge!! I really do wish one day I could see your shining state.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 22, 2020 at 2:02 PM
You will someday Andrea. You are always welcome to visit. Those numbers were a challenge to fit into this poem. Thank you Andrea. Blessings xxoo
Horne Avatar
June 21, 2020 at 1:57 PM
This is beautiful, Connie - will check out your video too. It truly must be an awesome place x
Sietesantos Avatar
June 21, 2020 at 12:07 PM
What a magnificent, loving tribute to this beautiful, fascinating land and people! I've always wanted to visit Hawaii and this awesome piece has strongly reignited that desire! A golden write, dear Connie! Love and hugs. Pandita
Roper Avatar
June 21, 2020 at 10:45 AM
Hello Connie, I did read your blog it was beautiful; I just didn't leave a comment. I love the imagery in your poem. Hugs Eve
Pandit Avatar
June 21, 2020 at 7:49 AM
Wonderful imagery of Aloha spirit, Connie. Thanks for the footnotes. You live among nature's best revelry..a lively write!
Trifiatis Avatar
June 21, 2020 at 6:58 AM
By reading your enchanting poem I flew back to Hawaii and lived again magical sunrises and sunsets, let's not forget the marvelous beaches and phantasmagoric flowers. Thank you for the plethora of information that adds to the magic. Excellently done dearest, Connie. Hugs xxx
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