Burning Ember

If there remains the slightest breath of warmth in an ember
let it be tendered with care
so that it may begin to brighten-
then burst forth into a dancing flame
stepping up to illuminate desires 
once thought lost, cooled by insensitive means
Let it relight the way through the chamber door
and burn brightly for ever more
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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September 27, 2012 at 6:47 PM
WOW!!!This is Excellent Tanya!!!
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September 27, 2012 at 11:02 AM
What a beautiful sentiment you have shown with this delightful write my friend! I really enjoyed this wondrous poem that you have written! I love this gorgeous poem that I have read this afternoon! Outstanding piece, Great Work!!
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