Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen Poet Terzanelle

Heaven Colors Life Pure and White

Heaven Colors Life Pure and White

Winter colors have drifted white.
Twigs of ice sparkle crystal rains. 
Beauty beneath has frozen lights.

Generous gifts squelched hunger pains.
Churches, children, and parents chime. 
Loving Godsends and hope remains.

Freezing!  Homeless!  Alone this time…
Hear as shoppers hurry around.
Those silent chimes, “Please give one dime.”

People singing!  Tearful eyes found.
 “What is all the scurry about?”
“Stop!” Fall to your knees, heaven bound.

 “Ho! Ho! Ho!” says the man with clout.
He dressed in red with cheeks so bright!
Joyful squeals, childhood laughter, shout!

Alone.  One man watched the whole sight.
Pierced hands, He reached out to the crowd.
Heaven colors life pure and white.
Quiet hearts, listened with heads bowed.   

© Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen
    December 19, 2009

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Andrea Dietrich December 24, 2009 at 6:17 PM Hey, this one is really good. A great spiritual piece, Dane Ann. (thanks for commening on my second poem to the group. I have so many, but i'm tying to not post more than one a day!) Luv, andrea

Carolyn Devonshire December 19, 2009 at 9:33 AM A sad but beautiful write, Dane Ann, filled with your gift of spiritualism! I wonder what Jesus would say today as people pass by the homeless without offering assistance. Certainly, this is not the Christian way. But I'm preaching to the choir as no one is more deeply religious and loving than you, my dear friend. Sending much love and prayers your way, Carolyn

Sara Kendrick December 19, 2009 at 5:08 AM Sad yet great message. Keep the creative and faith centered writes flowing. Sara