Hope Is Loomed
Hope is Loomed
By Dane Smith-Johnsen
Mother earth in the background lies.
Comes one woman with life to birth.
Bequeathed beneath beautiful skies.
Fruitful blossom grows, gift to Earth.
Strong! And protected from sun’s heat.
Red umbrella defends sweat’s blaze.
Along life’s straight path walk clad feet.
Man-made boots on each bare foot stays.
Blackened earth, on which life sparkles, see-
Gone ways. First born. Know they believed.
Neither pride nor rock could stop that fleece.
When spirits’ lost honor received.
Woman’s bounty; life’s showy bloom,
Bravery with strengths carries life on.
Elders of the tribes face new dawn.
Upon the future hope is loomed.
Written for Abe Lopez’s Native American Ekphrasis contest.
You may view the painting using the link below. Enjoy! And enjoyed.
http://images.artnet.com/artwork_images_1156_365659_tc-cannon.jpg
Copyright © Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen | Year Posted 2009
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