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Asseveration

There is a mystical library that we can visit every night. A place of long remembrance that's neither dark nor light. It's a place that holds no happiness and equally no sorrow that's as close to us as yesterday but farther than tomorrow. Somewhere in the twilight, as sleep upon me crept, I found myself looking at my own form as I slept. The peaceful look upon my face said I was not aware of my impending visit to a sanctum in the air. I felt myself transported far away – onward I soared yet I remained attached to "me" with a silver cord. The meaning of the journey and the strangeness that I saw were clear to me when I found within the universal law. Light flooded me from within, where I previously was blind and illuminated my connection to a universal mind. I was not alone – not an island in the seas - but a part of all the stars and even galaxies. From the smallest to the largest, as far as I could see we're all apart of one, in perfect harmony. And there before me lay, the story of my life. It listed every victory and detailed every strife. I saw the acts of pettiness, the hurt that I had caused, the kindnesses, the gentleness, the omissions as I paused, the hesitations to stand strong, the gossip I had spread, the smiles shared, the broken hearts and tears that had been shed. With every action taken, as we live and laugh and bleed, we are each responsible for the life that we choose to lead. We are each a voice in a chorus, and this life is the song we sing. We are each a part of the melody of pain and joy that it brings. The knowledge seemed to slowly dim with the rising sun. The cause and affect of the universe had once again begun. As I prepared to face the day, in the mirror I saw a man. I cannot right the wrongs he's done – but I'll try the best I can.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 6/30/2016 8:46:00 AM
Great write! Awesome imagery.
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Ken Johnson
Date: 6/30/2016 9:25:00 AM
Thank you Tom ... So glad you enjoyed it! Ken
Date: 5/28/2016 2:05:00 AM
Hi Ken,, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :) Drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs **YNR - SKAT**
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Date: 5/27/2016 6:03:00 AM
Ken J.,, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@"
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Ken Johnson
Date: 5/27/2016 9:18:00 PM
Hi Linda :-) Thank you for the welcome and will be sure to get around and read ... and comment LOL on others. I've been writing for around 7 years although this past year has been a zero. I'm a "form junkie" LOL Never met a structured poem that I didn't like. I look forward to getting around and meeting folks. Again, thanks! Ken
Date: 5/27/2016 1:34:00 AM
That's the way to go! Congrats on your first entry and welcome to Poetry Soup, Ken. :)
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Ken Johnson
Date: 5/27/2016 9:19:00 PM
Hi Moon Flower :-) Thank you for the welcome and encouragement. It's sincerely appreciated. Ken

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