Kaleidoscope

through a tiny lens
held firmly with hands
eyes gaze in awe..

with a simple twist
colours explode harmoniously
bright, sparkling,blinding..

the colours are stunning
so vivid, so alive
with truth as in life..

this ever changing vision
is but broken glass shards
not whole, not complete..

simple, plain, tiny pieces
they don't fit, they don't belong
different shades, different sizes..

fragmented, swirling on command
no direction,they stop; at one's touch
and through this seemingly disconnect..

therin lies their beauty
for these tiny glistening pieces
imperfect jewel tone shades, dance; together..

revealing the essence of life,
humanity and all who breathe
for they gloriously join; naturally..

to inspire joy, excitement, wonderment
the green piece could be a used wine bottle
tiny violet piece from a castaway vase..

regardless of their origin
these magnificant, illuminating pieces
unite as one and magically dance..

with truth as in life
beauty is as beauty does
fusing together, naturally, effortlessly..

kaleidoscope..

broken shards now glistening jewels
the spirit of every man, woman and child
is part of this most magical creation..

for every size, shape and gorgeous hue
is us; in every race, age & size
coming together, to create, to inspire..

tunnel vision seamlessly vanishes
as eyes are opened; captivated
at the wonderment, joy and harmony of..

becoming one; beautifully and with faith..

kaleidoscope.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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Devnath  Avatar
September 22, 2017 at 1:42 PM
An awesome poem drawn with mesmerizing golden ink thatching a nice universal philosophy in your Kaleidoscope. Helpless, it's my one of best fave. Loved always my lovely dear friend. bl
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 22, 2017 at 2:35 AM
I returned to re-read this beauty again Lynn. It has such a special message for humanity. I hope you become inspired to create more poetry. I have really missed you. Hugs, Connie xxoo : )
Callus Avatar
April 26, 2017 at 9:25 AM
Excellent, Lynn!! The descriptive beauty of the kaleidoscope is already an achievement in itself, but the metaphor that follows takes it to an even higher level! I too go for a fave and top rating:) Regards // paul
Marcum Wong Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 5:24 AM
Oh Lynn, a metaphor of such breathtaking beauty in this poem. I guess you could say I am living the life of acceptance in my marriage to a Hawaiian/Chinese man. My mother in law spoke English, Hawaiian and Chinese fluently. Our families welcomed our diversities. I hope that one day race won't matter. You have expressed your divine spirit in this lovely poem that is an instant Fave for me. 7+ Blessings, Connie ; )
Pekrul Avatar
March 12, 2017 at 8:47 AM
They say that rather than being colour-blind we should, instead, celebrate the differences. That's what I got out of this poem. Nicely written.
Inman Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 1:08 PM
Lynn, you have composed a wondrous poem. It flows beautifully. The content is deep and meaningful. I'm at a loss for words.
Allison Avatar
August 29, 2016 at 2:20 PM
Oh Lynn I wish this could be viewed by all the people in the world and then maybe we could find a way to unite and have peace - the simplicity of a child's toy has created a masterpiece of a write - a 7 and fave. I had a kaleidoscope as a very small child - I used to call the little shards 'pinkles' you have unlocked a wonderful memory:-) hugs jan xx
Devnath  Avatar
August 25, 2016 at 1:25 PM
You are a genius poetess. Excellent philosophy having a worldwide vision of unity depicted clearly. We are different but in one. My favorite and a great seven. Hugs, Cloudy poet, bl
Marie Avatar
August 25, 2016 at 9:13 PM
you are too kind..your heartfelt words are inspirational...just like you..thank you for your encouragement and always happy visits :-) lynn
Raven Avatar
August 20, 2016 at 10:03 AM
Hi Lynn, this is an exceptional write. A melodic song singing into the heart of the reader. Beautiful content and wonderful flow. The dream of your words becomes a wonderful song of light. This is a magical write Lynn, excellent in its concept. A Kaleidoscope of life laid before us. So many superlatives can be used for this piece and i only come up with excellent. I am sorry for this. This has to be a seven and a fave, Hugs....Mike. XX
Marie Avatar
August 25, 2016 at 9:16 PM
..your comment is pure poetry Mike...thank you so much for your very kind words and always bringing 'bouquets of sunshine' with your very lovely visits:-) lynn :-) :-)
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