I Am Inspired

I am inspired by the young people,
Making a difference in the world,
Still being led by stardust—
Magical moments of “I do,”
Having faith in humanity,
Hearing the sound of a newborn’s cry.

I am inspired by the old,
Their long tapestry of life
Followed like a map—
Twists and turns,
No mountains too high to climb.

I am inspired by the strength of carrying on,
In spite of a loss so profound,
Reaching for the stars in the darkness of life,
Praying that everyone has a soft place to fall
When the roads of life bring them down.

I am inspired by those lifting their voices in song,
Or penning prose that speaks to the soul.
Be my brother’s keeper;
Turn the other cheek.

I am still deeply inspired by the beauty of a lost world.

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Date: 2/2/2025 6:46:00 PM
'Be my brother’s keeper/Turn the other cheek.' pristine thoughts to find and yearn for so much good dear poet from young, old and strength. Beautiful. Cheers!!!
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Lise Clendening
Date: 2/2/2025 7:31:00 PM
I sincerely appreciate your comment, Thriveni. Hugs!
Date: 2/2/2025 1:26:00 PM
Lise congratulations on your placement in my contest and thanks for your wonderful entry! I admire the positive tone and the diverse view you embrace in various reasons to be inspired! Great job!
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Lise Clendening
Date: 2/2/2025 1:47:00 PM
Thank you so much, Karen!
Date: 1/29/2025 12:05:00 AM
Ah this is such a thoughtful and soul warming poem, of how amidst all the reasons why one should feel disheartened, you still find inspiration and you still keep finding reasons to have faith in humanity. And hope. Beautifully delivered in such a seamless manner! Pleasure reading this gem. Sending you light always
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Lise Clendening
Date: 1/29/2025 6:32:00 AM
Thank you so much, Ink! I embrace your light! Hugs!
Date: 1/28/2025 1:15:00 PM
Wonderful poem and well written. The last sentence is great
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Lise Clendening
Date: 1/28/2025 5:50:00 PM
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you liked the last sentence.
Date: 1/28/2025 1:02:00 PM
- Lovely written, Lise :) - I get inspired by a lot... but, when I write poetry, it's mostly about nature :) - hugs
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Lise Clendening
Date: 1/28/2025 5:48:00 PM
Thank you! Nature is such a beautiful source of inspiration too. Hugs!
Date: 1/28/2025 12:50:00 PM
The Creator has not left himself without witness, for sure
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Lise Clendening
Date: 1/28/2025 5:51:00 PM
I do believe that, Tom!
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