Connie Marcum Wong Poet Imagism

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Anima Mystique

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 May 24, 2019 at 8:41 AM Very life-affirming. Nicely life-affirming against all odds) Connie Marcum Wong May 24, 2019 at 2:45 PM True Kurt. I like the way you put it. Thank you. : )

Timothy Hicks May 17, 2016 at 11:40 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 May 19, 2016 at 1:37 AM Thank you Timothy, it was a challenge. I appreciate your thoughtful comment. Cheers, Connie

Etienne Lariviere May 14, 2016 at 11:30 PM Très belle, fantastique, so nice poetry Connie Marcum Wong May 14, 2016 at 11:57 PM Thank you my friend. Nice to hear from you. : )

Charlotte Puddifoot May 14, 2016 at 5:03 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 May 14, 2016 at 2:37 PM Thank you, Charlotte, for your insightful comment on this poem.I always enjoy your visits. Cheers, Connie ; )

Balveen Cheema May 10, 2016 at 7:28 AM It is very creative, Connie!

Nette Onclaud May 9, 2016 at 10:22 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 May 9, 2016 at 4:09 PM I appreciate that Nette. Thank you much. ; )

Manmath Dalei May 8, 2016 at 2:27 PM Very outstanding piece. Best wishes for the contest. A7.............../:) hugs

Eileen Manassian May 8, 2016 at 9:20 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 May 16, 2016 at 2:11 AM Thank you so much Eileen. It is always nice to see your pretty face when you visit. Blessings, Connie

John Lawless May 7, 2016 at 11:21 AM Connie there is no wrong or right...there is just poetry. And this is PISSA.... Connie Marcum Wong May 7, 2016 at 9:55 PM John, I am not sure what PISSA means? But thanks I think? : )

CayCay Godwin May 6, 2016 at 10:12 PM What a great write! Intelligent, deep and just plain awesome! Already a winner to me ... CayCay Connie Marcum Wong May 7, 2016 at 9:52 PM Wow, what a wonderful comment CayCay! Thanks so much for the encouragement my friend! : )

Casarah Nance May 6, 2016 at 7:58 PM I think this is a brilliant write, the comparisons and beauty are wonderful. Connie Marcum Wong May 6, 2016 at 10:09 PM Thank you Casarah. I have been so busy lately, not much time for poetry. Hugs, Connie ; )

Joseph May May 6, 2016 at 2:57 PM You have penned a splendid poem Connie...Hope it tops the list...A7... Connie Marcum Wong May 6, 2016 at 10:13 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 May 6, 2016 at 10:11 PM Thank you very much Joseph. I am not a good judge of my poetry. It all seems trite to me. ; )

Paul Callus May 6, 2016 at 1:40 PM Procreation, and strength against adversity, beautifully presented in this metaphorically delightful poem, Connie!! A #7 ~ Best regards // paul Connie Marcum Wong May 7, 2016 at 9:51 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 May 5, 2016 at 11:13 PM So creative xoxoxox Connie Marcum Wong May 6, 2016 at 12:59 AM Nice to meet you Aurore. Thank you! Aloha, Connie

Andrea Dietrich May 5, 2016 at 8:44 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 May 5, 2016 at 8:56 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 May 5, 2016 at 2:49 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 May 5, 2016 at 4:25 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 May 5, 2016 at 4:21 PM A

Tim Smith May 5, 2016 at 2:35 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 May 5, 2016 at 4:32 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 May 5, 2016 at 11:26 AM The rite of spring. You chose a more gentle music than did Stravinsky. Beautiful music. Love, Dave Connie Marcum Wong May 5, 2016 at 4:44 PM Thank you very much Daver. ; )

Sandra Haight May 5, 2016 at 10:08 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 May 5, 2016 at 4:47 PM Thank you for your lovely encouraging words Sandra! I truly appreciate the fave and your nice comment. Blessings, Connie

Anne-Lise Andresen May 5, 2016 at 9:21 AM - Lovely, impressive description a pleasure to read Connie - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Connie Marcum Wong May 5, 2016 at 4:44 PM Thank you Sunbird! ; )