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Let Me Rise

A sore kiss from the sun Reminds this heart of the light The energy that must manifest in gold That must be shared - humbly, freely, genuinely I remember that I am but a beam, And not a blaze A stream, And not an ocean A glance, And not a gaze Press the burning coal upon my heart Keep it there long Purify my being Cast my iniquities to the flames Quiet his prideful reign And let me rise to see the day August 11, 2018

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Stephan McBride

Date: 12/7/2022 9:14:00 PM

Amen we remember He is the vine and we are a branch,. And a branch can not live on its own it has to receive life from the vine,. Love ya

Laura Breidenthal
Date: 12/8/2022 9:13:00 PM

Wise words, Stephan! ~Laura

J.W. Earnings

Date: 8/17/2018 3:58:00 AM

Beautifully written. Such an intriguing poem. Thanks for sharing!

John Lawless

Date: 8/13/2018 4:50:00 PM

this captures the pain and loneliness of "that moment of awakening" to a new day, a new life, a new you. Beautifully written Laura

Laura Breidenthal
Date: 8/13/2018 6:27:00 PM

An awakening indeed. You understand, John. Thank you for such kind words. <3 ~Laura

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/13/2018 2:08:00 PM

Wow! Laura, my imagination is awed as my heart and soul are exalted by your beautiful introspection; 'I remember that I am but a beam, And not a blaze A stream, And not an ocean A glance, And not a gaze'.. my excited heart skipped beats when I read your inspired words. A wondrous feeling of appreciation and self-empowerment runs through your lovely lines.. Exquisite and enthralling poetry! Warmest wishes always. ~Susan

Laura Breidenthal
Date: 8/13/2018 4:01:00 PM

Thank you Susan! You're always so kind and encouraging! Really happy that you enjoyed! <3 ~Laura