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Placed Second in Constance's 'E' Word Poetry Contest

Away from the fever and fret of life In absolute stillness, in abject surrender Looking into the core of my being In deep silence and solitude In an ardent gesture of adoration I was in dialogic communion with God. In that divine setting, I heard the spirit whisper, “Shear off the cumbersome, get down to the essentials. Petty fears and petty pleasures are just shadows. Search not for the transitory but seek the eternal.” A rare quiet flooded in and engulfed me The window of my soul opened to light, And the hidden well springs were revealed to me. I became part of the silence, merged with the harmony. In my nothingness, I found my all. ‘Heard the harvest song of inward peace.’ Never was a moment more perfect! Under the ‘Bodhi’ tree, that moment stood alone!

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Date: 6/22/2023 5:36:00 AM
Valsa, thank you for sharing your beautiful poem with us in my Writing Challenge congratulations !
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Date: 6/22/2023 8:08:00 PM
Thanks a lot dear Constance for awarding my poem a second place. Also for the oppotunity given!
Date: 6/20/2023 6:53:00 PM
What a beautiful, joyful, peaceful and serene feeling to read this marvelous poem you've shared my dear poet friend Valsa. In absolute silence, we truly find a deeper communion with God leading to a great enlightenment. Thanks for sharing this precious gem. Congratulations on your shining win! God bless you always and your writings. Hugs
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Date: 6/20/2023 2:15:00 PM
Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading this one again. Have a great day.............
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Date: 6/20/2023 7:55:00 AM
Awesome write Valsa. If only one would makes time for inward reflection, much of the sadness and drama would leave their life. Congratulations with this win! :)
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Date: 6/19/2023 9:54:00 PM
A deep wisdom download, sublime guidance received by grace, from the universe! You are truly blessed! Warmest congratulations on your win, Valsa, God bless
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Date: 6/19/2023 3:18:00 PM
Valsa, Back with congratulations on your contest win with this beautiful poem.
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Date: 6/18/2023 3:08:00 PM
How gratifying to experience the Love of God in a moment of revelation, Valsa. It brings me joy to know you have experienced to oneness of creation and God's Love. A FAV for me. Smiles ~ Blessings my dear friend. Bill
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Date: 6/18/2023 2:54:00 PM
Your "Enlightenment" is a creative write. Have Blessed Day............
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Date: 6/18/2023 11:23:00 AM
A kafan of shadows all around, it’s taken lifetimes for men to find peace, a shroud is that silence as well. Yours profound, a description that resonates with in me. Cherished and faved!
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Date: 6/16/2023 5:34:00 AM
Your poem exudes an inherent beauty that captivates the reader's senses. It serves as a profound testament, showcasing the invaluable nature of life's treasures, where an ethereal and unparalleled sense of tranquility, solace, elation, and affection resonates with every fiber of one's being, extending toward the entirety of God's magnificent creation.
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Date: 6/15/2023 1:26:00 PM
You know, I've often wondered what enlightenment truly is. But I liked your poem about it- beautiful.
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Date: 6/15/2023 1:11:00 PM
what a splendid feeling to have come over you . Very well described, Valsa
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Date: 6/15/2023 9:33:00 AM
I am glad you found enlightenment in your life, a precious thing to find. Nicely penned.
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Date: 6/15/2023 7:05:00 AM
In my nothingness, I found my all. ‘Heard the harvest song of inward peace--so well said, Valsa. Words resonate enlightenment throughout.
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Date: 6/15/2023 6:03:00 AM
This is a beautiful testimony to read, the most precious gift in life is free , this new unfound glorious peace, rest, joy and love within and for all God's creation
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Date: 6/15/2023 2:10:00 AM
You must have felt great happiness in the sound of silence.
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