Gypsy Winds

Gypsy winds, wind their way across deserts and plains; whip the tumbleweeds and sands into a frenzy. Nomad scorpions roam dunes alone, burrowing deep, to escape a tempestuous sirocco. In lonely places cacti sentinels stand vigilant day and night; the magic within them, untapped by humans. Only a few know the secrets of desolate places; fewer still, those of their own backyard. Observation, in its purest form, is a rare practice; most people live on the Earth, not in it. Participate in life and it will broaden the mind. Expand your knowledge, with the senses and insight; wisdom is bestowed, as a reward. A bump on a log, never gives, but stagnates. The winds of change, reveal secrets to the open ear; listen carefully, to those gypsy winds.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015



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Date: 1/17/2015 8:16:00 AM
Excellent! I love the imagery and the message that comes along with it. Many people look without seeing, hear without listening, fail to appreciate the treasures that abound all around us. #7 All the best. // paul
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/19/2015 5:35:00 AM
Thank you, Paul.
Date: 1/16/2015 10:09:00 AM
Deep, powerful piece with a strong message blowing with those gypsy winds! I love it! This is a superlative piece, my friend! Well done! Pandita
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/16/2015 12:01:00 PM
I appreciate your visit; many thanks.
Date: 1/15/2015 4:29:00 PM
blew me away excellent pen
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/16/2015 8:15:00 AM
Thanks, I appreciate the comments.
Date: 1/15/2015 4:05:00 PM
Such a unique view of life, pleasant, refreshing like your wind. I so enjoyed reading your verse this evening. Light & Love
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/16/2015 8:16:00 AM
Many thanks, Debbie and I enjoy yours, too.
Date: 1/15/2015 12:03:00 PM
Those gyspy winds were blowing strong throughout this one. If a contest entry should do well. Sara
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/16/2015 8:17:00 AM
Thanks for your kind words and wishes, Sara.
Date: 1/15/2015 12:02:00 PM
Beautifully written M.L. A 7 - Sending a hug, Verlena
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/16/2015 8:17:00 AM
Many thanks!
Date: 1/15/2015 10:04:00 AM
I find this to be a very enlightening write. Most live on earth but never venture far into it or into different life that inhabit it. "Observation, in its purest form, is a rare practice; " The art of keen and disciplined observation is not taught in our schools. Once long ago it was taught by our parents as survival required it! Exceptional prose! A7..
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/16/2015 8:18:00 AM
Thanks so much, Robert. I've always been an observer, even as a toddler, I'm told. I suppose it's just a natural curiosity.
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