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Published: 11th December 2021

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As featured in The Poetry Soup Anthology:"Reflections on the Important Things"

This poem was placed 1st in the "A STRAND (DEC 26)" contest sponsored by Brian Strand (Judged 25th January 2022)

Recital by Line Gauthier

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Catch the World


to walk in early morning's still

to see the silence through the chill

to smell the rise of dawn from night

to hear the sky's unravelling light

to taste the distant fields of grass

to breathe the dry stone walls that pass

to touch the earth's pure pristine air

to catch the world - and hold it there.

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Carol Mays

January 9, 2024 at 10:58 AM

Beautifully and meaningfully expressed, and with unique word choices. The freshness of it brings the reader "right there."

Gary Radice

January 9, 2024 at 10:39 PM

Thank you Carol. I always tell myself that if a reader feels that 'they are there' in any of my poems then it is 'mission accomplished' :) I truly appreciate your comments. Cheers - Gary

Timothy Ray

May 19, 2023 at 6:13 PM

the simplicity is simply overwhelming....such a gentle walk in heavy meaningful boots....and each corner demands a pause along this journey.... mindfulness on a walkabout in meditation....herein why philosophers are panjandrums...loved it

Gary Radice

May 20, 2023 at 4:33 AM

Thanks Timothy. I appreciate your comments as I often find it's not simple keeping poems simple while trying to convey a message / meaning / story. I've learnt a new word today: 'panjandrums' and I love that word. :) Cheers - Gary

Paulette Calasibetta

August 3, 2022 at 6:37 PM

Stunning, filled with poignant imagery, masterfully done! Congratulations on your placement in the contest. :)Paulette

Gary Radice

August 4, 2022 at 5:17 AM

Thanks so much Paulette. I'm very pleased with how the poem turned out and really happy you like it too. I appreciate your valued visit. Cheers - Gary

Sam Kauffman

August 3, 2022 at 11:42 AM

Eloquence captured in simplicity Gary, Elegance captured through every sense and held in your dynamic choice of words and contrasts. Congratulations on your win!

Gary Radice

August 3, 2022 at 1:45 PM

Thanks Sam. Appreciated. I think if I was forced to choose some of my own favourite poems I think this would be up there somewhere. Cheers - Gary

Connie Marcum Wong

August 2, 2022 at 11:22 PM

This poem is magnificent Gary! It engenders an artist’s eye as you paint with your imagery inspiring emotive feelings of peace and calm compliments of Mother Nature. I love it! I am saving it to my Faves. Congratulations on your deserving Premiere win. Blessings xxoo

Gary Radice

August 3, 2022 at 7:11 AM

Thank you Connie. I truly appreciate your valued comments. Cheers - Gary

Howard Kerr

August 2, 2022 at 3:20 PM

Hi Gary, Congratulations on your premiere award with this splendid work. Creative, concise, cinematic. The reader is transported to the spot and held captive by a sumptuous description. Thank you for your detailed comment on my entry and the time involved. Your insights are appreciated and will be used by me for growth. Regards Howard

Gary Radice

August 3, 2022 at 7:17 AM

Thank you Howard for your visit, read and great comments. I really enjoyed reading your poem in the contest too. Cheers - Gary

Paula Goldsmith

August 2, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Congratulations on your win. A lovely write. I Love This One. Have a blessed day writing away......................

Gary Radice

August 2, 2022 at 2:39 PM

I shall Paula thanks to your lovely comment. Cheers - Gary

L Milton Hankins

August 2, 2022 at 1:19 PM

Gary, this is an exceptionally delightful poem with a very special appeal. You are a really fine poet and it shines through in this one. I don't know how I missed reading it earlier, but this is a FAVE for me.

Gary Radice

August 2, 2022 at 2:38 PM

Hey Milt, thanks so much. That means a lot to me. Cheers - Gary

John Watt

March 2, 2022 at 9:26 AM

Gary, this is very ethereal writing, and quite beautiful. I love how each of the senses is vectored in a new direction, with the eyes seeing the silence and the ears hearing the sky's unravelling light. To wish these magical moments would simply freeze in time is a very human desire, and perhaps why artists and poets commit themselves to capturing that feeling to store away in a bottle for future enjoyment. As always, I love the attention you pay to cadence and rhyme... a FAV. Admiringly ~ John

John Watt

March 3, 2022 at 9:17 PM

It's a great poem even if you hadn't made the switch, but doing so is what made this poem sublime, in my humble opinion. You are in good company: Paul Simon once sang "The sky was yellow and the grass was gray", and Paul McCartney sang "I've got my head on the ground and my feet in the clouds". I guess I'm just attracted to topsy-turvy writing, lol.

Gary Radice

March 3, 2022 at 12:43 AM

Thanks once again John for your great comments. They read like poetry themselves. :) Originally I didn't have the senses mixed up so I heard the silence and saw the sky etc but then thought: "What the heck? I want the the senses to sound as if they are over stimulated, over excited and working overtime ..to the point where I ended up with the poem as it stands! :) Cheers - Gary

M. L. Kiser

February 18, 2022 at 11:51 AM

Quite magical in scope; I found myself feeling very content during this reading.

Gary Radice

February 18, 2022 at 12:11 PM

Thank you M. L. for your visit, read and lovely comments. Cheers - Gary

Ann Gilmour

February 14, 2022 at 2:39 AM

Such a beautiful poem Gary ~ I love it ~ and Lines voice has enhanced this beauty ~ a FAV for me, with kindest thoughts Ann xx

Gary Radice

February 14, 2022 at 5:33 AM

Thank you Ann for your comments, encouragement and for the 'Fav' - Its much appreciated. Cheers - Gary

Andrea Dietrich

February 13, 2022 at 10:50 PM

wow, she REALLY has a good reciting voice. Amazing poem AND reading here.

Gary Radice

February 14, 2022 at 5:27 AM

Thanks Andrea. Line's voice is special isn't it? Cheers - Gary

Line Gauthier

February 13, 2022 at 6:47 AM

You give me way too much credit, Gary. This is a beautiful poem on its own. Well penned ~

Gary Radice

February 13, 2022 at 11:10 AM

The credit is so well deserved Line. Thanks again. X Cheers - Gary

William Kelii Kekaula

February 13, 2022 at 1:51 AM

Poetic ease that softens the air ... and touch. Gary, wonderfully composed, Line beautifully executed, much enjoyed, Aloha~William!

Gary Radice

February 13, 2022 at 11:09 AM

Thank you William. It's a poem I'm particularly proud of as it captures a particular moment. Line's recital elevates it further in my mind. Cheers - Gary

Unseeking Seeker

February 12, 2022 at 10:13 PM

B.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l.

Gary Radice

February 13, 2022 at 11:07 AM

T.h.a.n.k. Y.o.u so much Unseeking! Cheers - Gary

Valsa George

February 1, 2022 at 8:23 PM

This is so beautiful Gary. This morning walk has nourished all your five senses....

Gary Radice

February 2, 2022 at 1:51 AM

Thank you Valsa. An early morning walk can certainly do that. On several occasions my senses were working overtime while taking in the beauty of everything around me. Cheers - Gary

Margarita Lillico

January 4, 2022 at 6:13 PM

Gary, my fav you are! The simplicity of expression loaded with wisdom and imaginary appeals to all my poetic senses! Congrats! Keep writing, we will keep on reading! M.

Gary Radice

January 5, 2022 at 5:16 AM

Thank you Margarita for your lovely comments. I really appreciate them. Cheers - Gary.

Vijay Pandit

December 28, 2021 at 6:14 AM

Much enjoyed the voice of your poem, Gary. BIG congrats on your top win.

Gary Radice

December 29, 2021 at 2:02 AM

Thank you Vijay for your visit and great comments. All the best! Cheers - Gary

Bj Legros Kelley

December 27, 2021 at 9:37 PM

Wow Gary! No wonder you keep placing in first place, you are a brilliant poet! I love this perfect, beautiful poem. Congratulations!

Gary Radice

December 28, 2021 at 2:37 AM

Thanks again B J. Your lovely comments make this hobby of mine all the more worthwhile. All the best! Cheers - Gary

Brian Sambourne

December 27, 2021 at 7:15 PM

Superb rhymes that highlight lofty, moving goals. Your final line is a winning end to a very fine write. Congratulations! Brian

Gary Radice

December 28, 2021 at 2:35 AM

Thanks Brian. I played around with that last line for a bit and re-wrote it several times. All the best for The New Year and read you soon! Cheers - Gary

L. J. Carber

December 27, 2021 at 7:06 PM

This is very, very nice-- a true poem, with a perfect last line-I give you my highest compliment, Gary: I wish I had written it!

Gary Radice

December 28, 2021 at 2:32 AM

L. J. sometimes people write comments that just leave me silent. Yours is a case in point. You're so right: the highest compliment any poet can write is that they wished that they had written it themselves. Thank you so much for your wonderful words and all the best for The New Year. Cheers - Gary

Marilene Evans

December 27, 2021 at 2:31 PM

Ahh.. just to hold it there.... and savor the stillness of the early morning, breathe the pristine air and feel His presence in silence. Happy New Year, Gary. Blessings to you.

Gary Radice

December 28, 2021 at 2:28 AM

Thank you Marilene. Silence and 'me-time' can be so beautiful can't it? All the best for the New Year. Cheers - Gary