Elemental Alignment

It's the essence of what we're made of.
It's right beneath us as we walk.
It's what the Creator used from up above---
to make "the walking colours that talk".

The essence of movement that kisses your face.
It can push the sea and move the trees.
Sweat on a hot day can be erased.
Breeze that's felt with grace and ease.

The burning flames put out heat.
The colours are brilliant and bright.
It's used outside when you need something to eat.
It also brings dark things to light.

It's the only thing that can quench your thirst.
It's the one thing that connects all life.
If you don't receive this you might just burst.
A lack of this clear liquid can even create strife.

We need all these elements to make the world go round.
They are the essence of creation and what makes the world sound.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
September 14, 2010 at 8:39 PM
A delightful entry to the contest and congrats on your win, Brandee. I enjoyed it. LUv, Andrea
Fraser Avatar
September 4, 2010 at 7:58 AM
Many congratulations Brandee on your win in Barbara's contest >> James
Mehta Avatar
September 3, 2010 at 7:23 AM
Congratulations on this win for your wonderful win, Brandee
Sweetheart Avatar
September 2, 2010 at 9:09 AM
Congrats Brandee on your big win in the Elements contest... enjoy another victory for another awesome write my friend..with luv..
Devonshire Avatar
September 2, 2010 at 8:57 AM
I thought this would be a winner, Brandee. Congratulations on your win! Love, Carolyn
Brown Avatar
September 2, 2010 at 4:35 AM
Congratulations on your win Brandee in Barbara Gorelick's contest "The Four Elements". Love, Carol
Gorelick Avatar
September 1, 2010 at 10:11 PM
Thank you so much for participating in my contest..and congrats on your success. I especially liked your WIND quatrain. BG
Cwiak Avatar
August 20, 2010 at 9:44 AM
Beautifully written, Brandee. I love how you have given each a need to be fulfilled by its own being. Dan C ps. Thanks for your comments on my work.
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August 19, 2010 at 5:31 PM
a wonderful poem, I will check my contest tomorrow. And add you to my chart. Enjoyed your poem,..p.d.
Taylor Avatar
August 19, 2010 at 5:27 PM
Outstanding write, Brandee. Great entry. Good luck. Thanks for your comments. Ralph
Johnson Avatar
August 19, 2010 at 5:03 PM
lkVery nice BLrandee. Should be a winner in the contest. Thank you for your comments on my talking vegetables. Love, Joyce
Devonshire Avatar
August 18, 2010 at 3:37 PM
What a creative and beautifully written approach to the contest, Brandee. Wishing you success. Love, Carolyn
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