Breath of Contemplation

Breath of Contemplation

Like the breath of serenity not ruffling still waters,
Nor fire bolts leaping cloud to cloud ignited by thunder,
Contemplation reclines in unexplored spaces
To drink in the sweet nectar of seclusion
Or revisit the rhythm of the undiscovered heart
In gauzy watercolors come into focus
As solitude bonds with eternity – no plagiarism of reflection -
When destiny reaches out to climax with reality in soft a-ha’s
As the gypsy vagabond, sovereign of unclaimed space,
Simple hermit of the unentitled spirit,
First lays a velvet touch upon an unnamed star
Separating layers of scratchy sackcloth in the penitent soul,
Musings pulling magic from the unexplored womb,
Unfettered songs in melodies like softly falling sacred snow
To save remnants of old revelations -a cloak of many colors –
For bits and unidentified glimpses snatched by the soul and Spirit
Beyond unchained chaos in conversations with the divine mind,
Across the cavern of conscience a new universe to plant a celestial flag 
That radiates warm invitations to ponder the dusky surface depths
Then return in the fragrance, exotic allure, of unveiled reveries.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Gaul Avatar
April 2, 2021 at 7:13 AM
Lots of strong imagery here Sam, notable are the first two lines. The "a-ha" moments are many, in particular I stopped at "penitent soul", says so much about Western religion. Thanks for sharing your contemplations with this winning verse. Congratulations.
Kauffman Avatar
April 2, 2021 at 12:12 PM
Hi Greg! Contemplation was an amazing theme to contemplate and explore. For me it turned out to be the true home of the poet, musician, artist and writer. Thank you for your always sensitive and very thoughtful, insightful messages. I always look forward to them. So grateful for your congratulations and your message. Easter blessings to you!
Goldsmith Avatar
March 30, 2021 at 11:26 AM
Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. Love your line, "Beyond unchained chaos in conversations with the divine mind," Have a blessed day...............
Kauffman Avatar
April 2, 2021 at 12:07 PM
Paula, so appreciate your words of congratulations. Thank you! That is also one of mu favorite lines - time for conversations with the divine mind. All the best! Sending you blessings of Easter joy!
Devonshire Avatar
March 29, 2021 at 11:56 AM
Perhaps when things return to normal, we will miss the "sweet nectar of seclusion." It is when we're alone like this that we do our deepest thinking. This is an amazing poem, Sam. Congratulations on your well-deserved win! Hugs, Carolyn
Kauffman Avatar
April 2, 2021 at 12:04 PM
Carolyn, I think you are exactly right! When life revs up again we will lose those long hours of thinking deeply and, hopefully, that experience, of many long months, will stay with us as a well honed habit. Thank you so much for your congratulations. So happy you enjoyed the result of my "contemplation!" All the best. Blessing of joy for your Easter celebration.
Dutta Avatar
March 28, 2021 at 9:11 PM
CONGRATS Sam. Contemplation touched EXCELLENCE. Blessings.
Kauffman Avatar
March 29, 2021 at 9:07 AM
Anisha, my deepest thanks for your gracious words and message of congratulations! Thank you. Hope all is well with you. Many blessings to you!
Hankins Avatar
March 28, 2021 at 4:40 PM
Sam, this is a beautiful piece of writing and well deserving of your place in Craig's contest. Congratulations!
Kauffman Avatar
March 29, 2021 at 9:04 AM
Hi LM! Thank you! Craig's theme was a wonderful opportunity to explore the boundaries, the meaning, and the role of contemplation, meditation and prayer in my every day life. I am so grateful for your gracious message! Sending you prayers of blessings for this holy week.
Proxenos Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 12:32 PM
This is poetic excellence - what a wonderful, brilliant write Sam - very deep and totally meaningful. Thank-you for your wrods of comfort and support from you and your family during the time Elias was in hospital, prayers are always the answer. Hope Art is well. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.
Kauffman Avatar
March 29, 2021 at 8:56 AM
Hi Jennifer! Your words honor and humble me. I am so glad you shared in this exercise of contemplation with me. Craig's themes are always a challenge and a chance to stretch! Continuing to send you and Elias prayers. Art is doing well - in the healing phase. Thank you for your prayers. Thank you for your beautiful message. Sending you prayers of blessing for Holy Week.
Andresen Avatar
March 19, 2021 at 3:43 PM
- A wonderful poem for the soul and spirit, Sam :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Kauffman Avatar
March 21, 2021 at 9:20 PM
Thank you so much Anne-Lise! This was a great theme - took a lot of contemplation! Hope you are well. Sending you blessings and a hug :)
Devonshire Avatar
March 19, 2021 at 3:32 PM
What a creative and beautiful poem with many wonderful lines. I love the thought of destiny reaching out with an "aha." Best wishes for a win in Craig's contest with this awesome entry. Hugs, Carolyn
Kauffman Avatar
March 29, 2021 at 8:50 AM
Hi Carolyn! Thank you so very much. Craig's theme brought many hours of contemplation on contemplation. It was a wonderful theme to explore. It makes my heart happy to know you enjoyed it! Hope you are well. Sending you blessings of this holy week.
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