Rowena Velasco Poet Free verse

Dweller of Our Heart

(Line of inquiry: “the essence in us is the same as the essence of the sun”)

Sunrays warm my blushed cheeks--
calmness of daybreak dream's sweet adieu,
daylight spills through the meadow,
raising closed buds into bloom.

There, in sereneness before the world wakes,
the golden light whispers with gentle grace,
not just light, but presence—
ancient, not in sight yet felt,
it speaks not in words but in warmth.

There is no outcast, no distant star.
only brightened the wanderer's path,
This is the dweller of our heart.
Shining through flesh and fragile thought.

I remember when I listened:
I know my heart is not in flames,
But forged in stillness.
I'm not broken,
I'm not alone.

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Anisha Dutta August 9, 2025 at 9:18 PM “This is the dweller………..shining through flesh and fragile thoughts “ Perfect perception. Nicely composed. Blessings Rowena Velasco August 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words and blessings.

Valsa George August 9, 2025 at 6:32 AM There is a silent dweller in our heart, giving assurance that we are not alone. The wee hours of the morning is the best time to invoke that spirit, though not in sight but felt. The beauty and serene silence you have invested the morning with seem to overwhelm one , inside out. Beautiful.poem, dear Rowena. Rowena Velasco August 9, 2025 at 7:23 AM Thank you so much for your thoughtful words! I love how you captured that quiet, comforting presence we feel in the early morning hours. It truly is a special time for reflection and connection. I appreciate your kindness and support! Valsa George August 9, 2025 at 6:33 AM

Joseph P. DiMino August 9, 2025 at 6:29 AM "There is no outcast, no distant star. only brightened the wanderer's path, This is the dweller of our heart. Shining through flesh and fragile thought." -- Yes, you are a brilliant poet. Words and person shine as one. Honestly gleaming. The heart pure speaks eternal glow. Rowena Velasco August 9, 2025 at 6:32 AM Thanks a lot! I really appreciate your kind words.

Kim Rodrigues August 9, 2025 at 5:10 AM What a lovely write! The presence of something ancient yet warm, the essence of presence! Hugs ~ Kim Rowena Velasco August 9, 2025 at 5:33 AM Thank you so much, Kim! Sending hugs back your way!

Ravindra K Kapoor August 9, 2025 at 2:06 AM The very first stanza of your poem has touched my heart, "daylight spills through the meadow, raising closed buds into bloom." What a beautiful poem you have placed df Rowena. It is going to be a fav. poem of mine. Thank you once again for your warm words on my Song poem " I am away from......With best wishes and love....Ravindra....With .........Subhkaamnaaen.... Rowena Velasco August 9, 2025 at 2:23 AM Thanks, Ravindra! Really happy you liked that stanza. Your song poem is wonderful too! Best wishes and Subhkaamnaaen!