Crossing to the Other Side

We live in   what a world
               that
               whorls
and whirligigs with giant feet
                upon
                  its
waters   splashing along as if
                 its
              coastland
His hem   not even
                wet
like flying fish   Peter’s hands
                 flip and
                   flop
into the palms    of Christ
               who
                     sets
His disciple   back   in the boat
                    mercy’s
                 in
Christ’s eyes   His Father smiles
                     shines
                 the Holy Spirit
Angels applaud   all the glory
                      as
                           for
earthlings   there’s a story
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Hind Avatar
April 12, 2026 at 8:05 PM
lovely :) <3
Rodrigues Avatar
April 13, 2026 at 10:47 AM
:)
Wolf Avatar
April 4, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Even as an 'outsider,' I find your descriptions and images fascinating. Happy Easter, Kim. ~ Gershon
Rodrigues Avatar
April 5, 2026 at 3:51 AM
Thank you, dearest Gershon! I appreciate you!
Maverick Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 7:13 AM
Tell it Kim..Great emphasis on God And His care and Love.'
Rodrigues Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Thank you, dear Joe!
Allison Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:27 PM
a perfect poem for the easter period:-) hugs Jan xx
Rodrigues Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Thank you, Jan! xxoo
Doll Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:02 PM
What a beautiful Lenten poem. Happy Easter~ Warren
Rodrigues Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Happy Easter! Thank you, Warren!
Sands Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 11:07 AM
Very well written Kim. I enjoyed this :)
Rodrigues Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Thank you, Heidi! :)
Anaya Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Good to see you back, Kimmy! Ah, I had to look up whirligigs, good use of it, yes, His mercy upon us. Amen & Easter blessings
Rodrigues Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Easter blessings, Anaya! Hugs xx
Rodgers Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Dear Kim, I am caught up in the "whirligig" energy! Comparing Peter’s hands to "flipping and flopping" flying fish is such a visceral, un-glamorized way to show his panic. It makes the transition back into the boat feel like a very tangible, physical relief rather than just a metaphorical one. Great spiritual read! Blessings, Daniel
Rodrigues Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Thank you so much, Daniel! Happy Easter!
Goldsmith Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 9:33 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful/creative "Crossing to the Other Side" write. Great last line. Your words have painted a picture. Have a Beautiful/Blessed ~ Easter/Spring writing away.............
Rodrigues Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Thank you, Paula! Happy Easter!
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