Embracing the Light

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I make my way toward the light
   when the world is trapped in the shadows,
           when the future is looking dim,
          when the rainbow that I pursue
      is devoid of it's glistening pot of gold...

      when darkness engulfs and blinds me
          from common sense and insight,
                  from existential truth,
               from what is fair and just.
               So I embrace the light for...

                    it grants me succor
                    and peace of mind.
           In trying days, I greet the light;
                  the bright moonbeam
         penetrating an enduring darkness.

            It finds and gives me strength
                 and courage to carry on
                 when I'm losing my war
                against the powerful dark.
                     Let it find you, too.

           Follow it. It's a guide for the lost,
     for seekers of faith and enlightenment.
     It never misleads, it always reveals truth.
              It's the healing hand of God,
             a symbol of everlasting hope,

            a divine inspiration, a revelation.
            Each day, it seeps into my heart
             and opens my mind. It's a sign 
                of optimism that I revel in 
                       and surrender to.

          So embrace the light, too, my friend.
                'Tis the warmth of the sun
              after a frigid rainfall in winter;
            God's mercy, a prayer answered.
                     I embrace it each day!


Submitted for...
Living Light Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Unseeking Seeker
Date written: 03/14/2022

The Light Poetry Contest (Winner: 6th Place)
Sponsored by: Regina McIntosh
Date written: 12/05/2020

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020



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Date: 3/20/2022 9:23:00 PM
Edward, I love how you use the light as a metaphor for truth, hope, optimism, encouragement, enlightenment, healing, inspiration, and warmth. A very inspiring write, congrats for your win ~ John
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Date: 3/21/2022 5:12:00 AM
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and visit, John:-)
Date: 3/19/2022 2:58:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. I love your line "God's mercy, a prayer answered." Have a blessed day/weekend...........
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Date: 3/20/2022 8:18:00 AM
Thank you very much, Paula:-)
Date: 3/19/2022 8:12:00 AM
Inspiring poem....Congrats on your win dear Edward :)
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Date: 3/20/2022 8:17:00 AM
Thank you, Carol:-) God bless
Date: 3/19/2022 1:29:00 AM
"It never misleads, it always reveals truth. It's the healing hand of God, a symbol of everlasting hope", So very true ! Blessed will be the one who walks in His Light ! Beautiful poem ! Congratulations on your great win Edward !
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Date: 3/20/2022 8:17:00 AM
Thank you very much for the wonderful comments and congrats, Valsa:-)
Date: 3/19/2022 1:27:00 AM
"It finds and gives me strength and courage to carry on when I'm losing my wars." Inspiring and enlightening. Congratulations!
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Date: 3/20/2022 8:16:00 AM
Thank you very much, Thompson:-)
Date: 3/18/2022 10:22:00 PM
Great writing on the divine light. Congratulations!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/20/2022 8:16:00 AM
Thank you so much, Christuraj:-)
Date: 3/18/2022 9:38:00 PM
Ah! I see this poem was a winner in an earlier contest too, congrats on your podium finish, Edward, your words are truly soul uplifting and inspiring!
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Date: 3/20/2022 8:15:00 AM
Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback, visit and my placement, Seeker:-)
Date: 12/16/2020 4:28:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your work. It is very descriptive of the Light and very helpful. If we all could constantly think about Him and embrace Him life would be better for all. Congrats on your winning work. Sara
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Date: 12/16/2020 10:29:00 AM
"If we all could constantly think about Him and embrace Him life would be better for all." True indeed! Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and visit, Sara:-) I'm pleased you enjoy my poems. Happy holidays!
Date: 12/15/2020 7:37:00 PM
Hi Edward, Congratulations on your win with this well written write. Have a good evening:-) Alexis
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Date: 12/15/2020 9:17:00 PM
Thank you very much, Alexis:-) God bless.
Date: 12/15/2020 3:20:00 PM
Congrats on your top win with this L O V E L Y and heartfelt write. God bless you always
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Date: 12/15/2020 4:57:00 PM
Thank you so much for my placement, Regina:-) Most obliged.
Date: 12/6/2020 11:01:00 AM
Lovely poem, felt better reading it. thank you!!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 12/6/2020 5:10:00 PM
Thank YOU, Linda:-) I'm glad this poem resonated with you!
Date: 12/5/2020 5:25:00 PM
Such a delightful poem, Edward!! It's truly enlightening, too!!
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Date: 12/5/2020 5:59:00 PM
Thanks so much, Newton:-) I'm glad this resonated with you!
Date: 12/5/2020 8:01:00 AM
Inspiring, revealing, and enlightening poem, Edward. The serene tone of your words indeed evokes light--penetrating darkness!
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Date: 12/5/2020 8:03:00 AM
Thank you so much, Vijay:-) Blessings, my friend.
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