An Inner Knowing, An Absolute Feeling, My Mystical Soul, Self

My words come from an innermost and secret place within me.  Hidden feelings
that I have veiled and concealed over the years.  Words that bleed with emotion
and speak of deep-seated pain and weep with tears.  They spill onto my white
pages. All those inward words that I have held for years come dripping.

And I know that I have mastered my writing, I know my poetry is meaningful.
I realize that some may not like my words but it means nothing to me. For my
poetry is not measured by others or by being acknowledge somehow but by the
words that take my breath away.  I have that kind of wonderful inner knowing.

sad words are falling all the red orange and brown- a feather floats by
I am absolute and certain that I am meant to write pain and definite death, and my aboriginal heritage with boundless and unrestrained passion. I give totally to this path. I am fixed and clear and infallible. Seems I am on a mission to utterly enlighten others. And when you read my words you will feel my compassion and empathy, my love, sorrow and affection. You will glimpse and get an inkling of my journey to the here and now, the rocky road that I have traveled. But, that road has left me with feelings of absolute beauty, so I write poems beautifully sad.
and hidden birds sing a song so melancholy- calico cat stares
I feel we writers have to be mystical and in touch with our mysterious spirits, there is a magic when you can connect with that otherworldly place deep inside of your mind. Some may call this connection their spirit or their muse, or their soul but when you find it, you will know and it is from that place you write. For inside of self is your ego, your I and yourself. It is your essence and vital force, it is your poetic heartbeat, it is where your mournful dwells and your memories linger to be retold, for me it is my vitality and my journey that I share, and it is where I keep my HURT.
the rain is falling as I stand beneath the tree- my tears fly away
___________________________ June 9, 2018 Written for the contest, An Inner Knowing, And Absolute Feeling, My Mystical Soul/Self sponsor, Caren Krutsinger First Place
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Marcum Wong Avatar
June 25, 2018 at 5:02 PM
Constance, Your poignant and moving words brought tears to my eyes. This is the most beautiful poem of yours I believe I have ever read! It reveals your loving soul and your talented ability to put into words as a shining example of You! I am so happy to see this poem at the top where it belongs! I wish I could fave it a hundred times so that it could be shared with more poets. Blessings, Connie xxoo
Gentry Avatar
June 22, 2018 at 10:17 AM
Congratulations on your #1 win! Creatively wonderful!
Gauthier Avatar
June 21, 2018 at 7:22 AM
Lovely use of the haibun form. Congrats on your top win, BW.
Waters Avatar
June 19, 2018 at 5:51 PM
Inspired form to use. congratulations on first placing - love always V
Dietrich Avatar
June 19, 2018 at 3:12 PM
How great that you chose haibun form!! I should have thought of that.
Dietrich Avatar
June 19, 2018 at 3:12 PM
This is so beautifully expressed and SO YOU, Constance. A super congrats on a super number one win.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
June 19, 2018 at 10:51 AM
I smiled heart warmed the whole way through this piece. You are a mystic. I've sorta known that since I met you here :) a wonderful wonderful first place finish in this contest Constance. Big hugs and sunshine kisses xomo
Wade Avatar
June 19, 2018 at 10:26 AM
Amazing work, great creativity as always, totally deserved win. Faux
Andresen Avatar
June 19, 2018 at 9:42 AM
- A mournful heart, B. W. - Congratulations on your first place in the contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Warrior Avatar
June 11, 2018 at 1:04 PM
Superbly!!! executed Constance...you were truly born to do this, my friend...your pain will endeavor...love & light...^WW^
Roper Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 8:10 PM
A great haibun, BW, your poems are very meaningful... and have enjoyed all sad and cheerful poems.. luck in the contest.. Hugs Eve
Parker Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 6:52 PM
a strong spirit reveals itself without compromise, for it dwells in the realm of truth and understanding...you have stood among the dark shadows and gave words to your pain and I like so many have read their wisdom...loved the choice of music...good luck poet
Wanter Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 5:57 PM
Reveals and stirs something within each of our depths. Wonderful writing as always from you. The Native-American music is lovely and truly fits.
Sands Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 5:26 PM
You have expressed this superbly ! Well done. I loved it :)
Messina Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 2:35 PM
Awesome Constance! best of luck in the contest, a sure winner in my books...All the best...Charlie BTW, have you read my poem "Duet" yet. Hope you like it!
Sergi Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 11:16 AM
Hi BW: I am sure that your Haibun speaks for many poets , including me. All artists have established egos and want to be appreciated whether controversial or not. I wish you well in the contest.
La France Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 1:20 PM
Ralph, thank you for the comment appreciate a lot
Michael Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 9:22 AM
Keep writing dear one...you know what you have...and it's appreciated more than you imagine...All the best BW
La France Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 9:34 AM
Arturo, thanks so much and I appreciate your kind words ~
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