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American Spirit

May you soar on eagle wings, high above the madness of the world.
~ Jonathan Lockwood Huie


American Spirit

As eagle swoops at break of day,
     talons cling to wriggling prey.
Having hunted and found his quest
     he soon returns to guard his nest.

Shimmering cliffs that brightly shine
     from rust colored monoliths high,
Create golden treasures
     within the sunset sky.

The scent of autumn's in the air;
     chill of night falls fast.
The eagle soars through clouded sky,
     his kingdom won in triumphs past.

6-2-20

~First Place~
Spirit Animal Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Dear Heart	


https://www.spiritanimal.info/eagle-spirit-animal/

Isaiah 40:31 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

For generations, Native American tribes have associated the Eagle with vision, wisdom, and strength. The predatory spirit animal symbolizes taking responsibility for one’s actions, healing nature and treading lightly as a matter of respect for Mother Earth.

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Iris E. Sankey- Lewis April 29, 2021 at 6:51 PM "Having hunted and found his quest..." and the rest equals no nonsense purpose and accomplishment, and satisfaction. Congrats on your first place win.

Andrea Dietrich February 22, 2021 at 3:27 PM glad to see this got a first place eons ago. Belated Congrats, Connie!

Constance La France June 12, 2020 at 10:57 AM Connie, congratulations on your win in my spirit contest with this beautifully penned poem. The eagle is well respected by the Ojibwe, as it reaches high in the sky to touch the grandfather spirit (God). An eagle feather is never taken but given, mine came floating down into my hand, and I love your images also _Constance Connie Marcum Wong June 12, 2020 at 1:41 PM How wonderful the feather came to you in that way. A blessing, I would say. Thank you very much for my first placement in your contest Constance. My modem was not working for a few days until we got the service to come out to fix it. We had no internet or T.V. They still need to come back Monday to replace the cable. It is great to be able to communicate again. I enjoyed this contest and reading all the entries very much. Blessings xxoo

Aditi Mishra June 8, 2020 at 8:46 AM An eagle is a messenger of strength, peace and elegance and you have so beautifully penned it dear Connie. Congratulations on your win :)

Jeanne Mcgee June 7, 2020 at 10:35 PM Beautiful words for such a magnificent spirit. Congrats on your win.

Janis Medders Tobechi June 7, 2020 at 2:33 PM You have chosen my favorite feathered creature and I have faved this to keep. Lovely write. If I could think of a spirit animal which I could not, this would be it. Thanks for the words I could not say, Connie. Connie Marcum Wong June 7, 2020 at 4:11 PM Thank you very much Janis. You can take the short test to find out your spirit animal with the link I enclosed below my poem. I appreciate you honoring my poem with a Fave. Blessings xxoo

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 5, 2020 at 2:25 PM I did the quiz, Connie. My spirit animal is an owl. It's not quite an eagle, but I wasn't too far off! I'll have to write an owl poem soon. :) Connie Marcum Wong June 7, 2020 at 1:41 AM I think it is a fun test to find out your spirit animal. I will look forward to your poem Rhonda. I love owls. There are so many kinds. To me they are a good omen. Thank you. Blessings xxoo

Mystic Rose Rose June 4, 2020 at 2:34 PM I can see when it comes to poetry you have not lost the magic dear Connie, hope all is well, sending hugs and prayers xo Connie Marcum Wong June 7, 2020 at 1:46 AM What a sweet comment Vie. Thank you very much. Blessings xxoo

Charles Messina June 4, 2020 at 6:15 AM Love this, Connie. I once came face to face with an American Eagle while climbing one of the Appalachian mountains in N.J. I was 17 years young and stupid as I climbed without ropes (lol) Great entry for the contest..Good Luck! Hope all is well...Charlie Connie Marcum Wong June 4, 2020 at 1:31 PM Thank you very much Charles. I know young boys may think they are invincible. My son who is now forty three has told me if I only knew half the dangerous stunts he has pulled it would have given me a heart attack. I am glad you didn't fall and are still around to tell the tale. I have only seen an Eagle close up at a zoo but I have seen and heard their cry from afar. Blessings xxoo

Evelyn Judy Buehler June 4, 2020 at 12:00 AM Your powerful and beautiful poem reflects not only upon the spirit of a great bird, but upon the spirit of a great nation. Lovely! Evelyn Judy Buehler June 9, 2020 at 11:36 PM Thank you, Connie. Connie Marcum Wong June 4, 2020 at 12:06 AM Thank you Evelyn. I think the Eagle is the perfect symbol to represent America and it just happens to be my spirit animal. You may take the test to find out your spirit animal if you wish. I enclosed the link near the bottom of my poem. Blessings xxoo

Joseph P. DiMino June 3, 2020 at 11:20 PM Awesome write, Connie; eagles are such incredible champions of the sky. We see quite a few of them here in Arizona. This is a lovely work you have shared with us. Lots of imagery and cadence to enchant us. Thank you for sharing. Connie Marcum Wong June 3, 2020 at 11:35 PM That is where I too viewed eagles soaring in the southwest. Thank you very much for your encouraging words Joe. Blessings. xxoo

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 3, 2020 at 6:32 PM Beautiful verse and pictures, Connie! I love eagles and often write about them, myself. I think I'm trying to conquer my fear of heights, and one of my favorite Bible verses is Isaiah 40:31. Blessings, Rhonda xx Connie Marcum Wong June 3, 2020 at 9:01 PM Thank you so much for the scripture I was trying to find. I have added it to the bottom of my poem Rhonda. I really appreciate it. Thank you. There is a link I have posted where you may take a short test to find out what spirit animal is yours. Blessings xxoo

Regina Mcintosh June 3, 2020 at 2:02 PM This is a wonderful choice. I think you've crafted a beautiful poem and wish you all the best for the contest. Many blessings sent your way with love, Gina Connie Marcum Wong June 3, 2020 at 9:09 PM Thank you Regina. The eagle is a magnificent bird. We almost get stuck with the turkey to represent America if Ben Franklin had his way. Your comment is lovely. Blessings xxoo

Rico Leffanta June 3, 2020 at 1:37 PM The Eagle clans are highly regarded by Native Americans and wannabies - my sister never forgave me for telling one to hush (I was trying to photograph mating roadrunners disturbed by its threatening shrieks). Lovely tribute! Good luck in the contest. Aloha! Rico

Mike Gentile June 3, 2020 at 10:02 AM Your excellent write creates indelible imagery, well done xxoo

Winged Warrior June 3, 2020 at 7:49 AM Excellent interpretation of the Spirit Animal, dear Connie...a top winner in my court...love & hugs...^WW^ :o)

Vijay Pandit June 3, 2020 at 6:46 AM Your poem soars with the eagle my friend. Beautiful tone and flow..great imagery--there is always something special about your poems, Connie. Connie Marcum Wong June 4, 2020 at 3:46 AM I appreciate your sweet comment very much Vijay. Thank you my friend. Blessings xxoo

Tom Cunningham June 3, 2020 at 5:00 AM A beautiful bird Connie, a well written tribute to it. Tom Connie Marcum Wong June 3, 2020 at 4:42 PM I took the test to find out my spirit animal is an Eagle Tom. Thank you xxoo Here is the link: https://myrealpersonality.com/en/tests/what-is-my-spirit-animal-take-the-quiz-to-find-out/result?r=7