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Anima Mystique

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A requiem can faintly be heard in the springtime breeze as dandelion's morph from gold blossoms to a crown of seeds in downy tufts to begin their airborne journey to germinate and recreate with a drive to survive even the harshest weather, a plethora of pesticides, and weeding. Ah, can not the feminine form be celebrated in comparison? As her entourage of suitors lifts her spirits to soar blissfully until she establishes that one special connection that causes her bloom, that innate ineluctable calling to mate and procreate. Though trials, illness, and hardships appear, future generations ineffably endure in season's springtime, as love renews life. May 4, 2016 Animus/Anima--Part 1: Anima - Poetry Contest Sponsor Tom Quigley Definition of anima: NOTE: Just for the etymology of the word Anima dear, Connie! Anima, Animal, Animation and so on are words that come for the Greek word "Anemos" which in the Greek philosophy meant the divine wind which filled the universe and which wind "anemos" Man breathed in and became "Alive" animated! -thank you for this Demetrios. Note: I may have done this contest all wrong?

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Kurt Ravidas

Date: 5/24/2019 8:41:00 AM

Very life-affirming. Nicely life-affirming against all odds)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/24/2019 2:45:00 PM

True Kurt. I like the way you put it. Thank you. : )

Timothy Hicks

Date: 5/17/2016 11:40:00 PM

A reflective poem to think on the circle of life, with a bit of a mystical edge to it. As a kid you always blow those dandelion puffs into the air just for fun ... never realizing you're helping out the wind to germinate future generations. Not very familiar with the Greek, but I think you did the contest correctly, as far as I can tell. Nicely penned on a strange prompt ...

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/19/2016 1:37:00 AM

Thank you Timothy, it was a challenge. I appreciate your thoughtful comment. Cheers, Connie

Etienne Lariviere

Date: 5/14/2016 11:30:00 PM

Très belle, fantastique, so nice poetry

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/14/2016 11:57:00 PM

Thank you my friend. Nice to hear from you. : )

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 5/14/2016 5:03:00 AM

i so like how you've written this in two parts, comparing the feminine to the dandelion; the title is apt as there is something mystical and spiritual about this poem...nice internal rhymes, little half-rhymes and alliteration too!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/14/2016 2:37:00 PM

Thank you, Charlotte, for your insightful comment on this poem.I always enjoy your visits. Cheers, Connie ; )

Balveen Cheema

Date: 5/10/2016 7:28:00 AM

It is very creative, Connie!

Nette Onclaud

Date: 5/9/2016 10:22:00 AM

ohh no, not wrong, connie.. based on my doctoral studies in psychology, the anima can be the feminine side of man--dark or not.. a germination of splendid wordplay!..huggs

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/9/2016 4:09:00 PM

I appreciate that Nette. Thank you much. ; )

Manmath Dalei

Date: 5/8/2016 2:27:00 PM

Very outstanding piece. Best wishes for the contest. A7.............../:) hugs

Eileen Manassian

Date: 5/8/2016 9:20:00 AM

It's simply superb! I loved it, Connie. I loved the comparison you have done. I love the pic. I'm glad to read Demetirus's explanation. Good luck, dear one. It should do well.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/16/2016 2:11:00 AM

Thank you so much Eileen. It is always nice to see your pretty face when you visit. Blessings, Connie

John Lawless

Date: 5/7/2016 11:21:00 AM

Connie there is no wrong or right...there is just poetry. And this is PISSA....

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/7/2016 9:55:00 PM

John, I am not sure what PISSA means? But thanks I think? : )

Caycay Jennings

Date: 5/6/2016 10:12:00 PM

What a great write! Intelligent, deep and just plain awesome! Already a winner to me ... CayCay

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/7/2016 9:52:00 PM

Wow, what a wonderful comment CayCay! Thanks so much for the encouragement my friend! : )

Casarah Nance

Date: 5/6/2016 7:58:00 PM

I think this is a brilliant write, the comparisons and beauty are wonderful.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/6/2016 10:09:00 PM

Thank you Casarah. I have been so busy lately, not much time for poetry. Hugs, Connie ; )

Joseph May

Date: 5/6/2016 2:57:00 PM

You have penned a splendid poem Connie...Hope it tops the list...A7...

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/6/2016 10:13:00 PM

So glad you liked this Paul. I may not have done this right, will have to wait and see. Thanks for your generous comment my friend. ; )

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/6/2016 10:11:00 PM

Thank you very much Joseph. I am not a good judge of my poetry. It all seems trite to me. ; )

Paul Callus

Date: 5/6/2016 1:40:00 PM

Procreation, and strength against adversity, beautifully presented in this metaphorically delightful poem, Connie!! A #7 ~ Best regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/7/2016 9:51:00 PM

So glad you liked this Paul. I may not have done this right, will have to wait and see. Thanks for your generous comment my friend. ; )

Aurore Severo

Date: 5/5/2016 11:13:00 PM

So creative xoxoxox

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/6/2016 12:59:00 AM

Nice to meet you Aurore. Thank you! Aloha, Connie

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 5/5/2016 8:44:00 PM

wow, I think yours is my favorite of the ones I've seen on this topic, Connie. I just entered an oldie that kind of fit the theme . No clue where to go with this kind of stuff. GREAT job.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 8:56:00 PM

Thanks a lot for the encouraging words Andrea. I dove in blind on this one too. I will go check yours out. I was wondering if you would be entering. You have had some banner wins lately, so Congratulations my friend on your many wins. :)

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 5/5/2016 2:49:00 PM

An apotheosis of Spring and of Woman dear, Connie! A seven to both! NOTE: Just for the etymology of the word Anima dear, Connie! Anima, Animal, Animation and so on are words that come for the Greek word "Anemos" which in the Greek philosophy meant the divine wind which filled the universe and which wind "anemos" Man breathed in and became "Alive" animated!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 4:25:00 PM

A much better definition of the word Deme, and I appreciate you sharing that with me. I thank you for your wonderful comment and for the seven my friend. Blessings, Connie ; ) I will share your information with my poem.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 4:21:00 PM

Tim Smith

Date: 5/5/2016 2:35:00 PM

My lawn can attest to this...many dandelions abound. Luckily my youngest loves to pick them and give me a bouquet...very lovely Connie...Happy belated birthday !!!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 4:32:00 PM

Thank you Tim. My daughter flew over from northern California to surprise me and joined me and my youngest daughter riding horseback in the mountains. One of my best birthdays and a last time I will probably sit a horse as I turned 70! I think dandelions make a charming bouquet! Cheers, Connie ; )

Daver Austin

Date: 5/5/2016 11:26:00 AM

The rite of spring. You chose a more gentle music than did Stravinsky. Beautiful music. Love, Dave

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 4:44:00 PM

Thank you very much Daver. ; )

Sandra Haight

Date: 5/5/2016 10:08:00 AM

Connie, what an amazing metaphor you used for your poem on 'anima.' I love your poem and how you define the feminine mystique. I know this will place high in the contest. A 7 and Fav for me! Hugs, Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 4:47:00 PM

Thank you for your lovely encouraging words Sandra! I truly appreciate the fave and your nice comment. Blessings, Connie

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/5/2016 9:21:00 AM

- Lovely, impressive description a pleasure to read Connie - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/5/2016 4:44:00 PM

Thank you Sunbird! ; )