Like a Grain of Sand

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Sand watch | Sand clock, Hourglass sand timer, Hourglasses

Man is like a grain of sand, in the hourglass of eternity. Reincarnating with every turn of the glass, continually changing while staying the same. The same eternal energy, moving from one location to another location, in the eternal continuum. We change our appearance by our intent and purpose, driven by our needs, through our intelligence.

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Christopher Delegans

Date: 2/20/2024 9:48:00 PM

Really like the depth of the last stanza. Describes one of our most simple yet complex traits.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/20/2024 11:15:00 PM

Thanks for the mindful comments, Christopher. "As a man thinketh, so is he." Have a pleasant week, my friend. Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 12/24/2023 2:58:00 PM

such powerful imagery and words in your poem, Bill. I especially liked the first verse, for it resonated with me...loved 'hourglass of eternity. A masterpiece, dear hubby. Merry Christmas, Sara

Bill Baker
Date: 12/24/2023 5:44:00 PM

Thanks for taking the time to read all of my recent poems, Sara. You are the best, along with a handful of other here that read so many. I thank you all. Bill

Silent One

Date: 12/24/2023 11:55:00 AM

Wise words Bill and you are right.. Your depiction of humanity is correct and you have done it so philosophically... An excellent write my friend..

Bill Baker
Date: 12/24/2023 5:46:00 PM

I hope you know how much I appreciate your faithful reading and commenting on my poetry, my friend. You're amazing! Bill