Murmurs

I gather in the scarred 
and broken forms,
the lipped imperfections
that score the wind
to give voice to an evening. 
I see through the lesions
that open to a stillness
into which the universe
whispers its unfolding.

I feel the awe,
the sheer enormity 
that confronts the senses 
as all that is 
opens into endlessness, 
the mind wilting 
at its door,
leaving only these hands 
to shape offerings which,
like shells held to an ear,
echo only the faint murmurs 
of what cannot
be contained.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Allison Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 11:10 PM
I too love that second stanza Paul! Belated congrats on a well deserved POTD!:-) hugs jan xx
Willason Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 12:15 AM
Thankyou Jan, very much appreciate your comments. Happy the second stanza connected and was rewarded by a hug...treasured. Paul
Nicole Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 6:46 PM
Like 'shape offerings,' words 'cannot be contained.' There's something magical about that, when viewed in an artist way. Your thoughts curl softly around me. Congratulations Paul, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Brandy
Willason Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 12:10 AM
So pleased Brandy that you invited my little poem into your mind for a visit, thankyou for your generous words. Glad that I was a gentle visitor. Value your comments. Paul
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May 11, 2023 at 5:12 PM
Lovely to see your name and wonderful poem up here Paul…..Congratulations…Debx
Willason Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 12:05 AM
Thankyou Deb, very much appreciate your kind words and support. Somewhat surprised but feel honoured by the POTD recognition.
Sands Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 12:58 PM
Excellent POTD . Congratulations :)
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 4:26 PM
Appreciate your comments Heidi...thankyou for your time and support. Paul
Narain Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Lovely write. Deserves POTD.
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 4:24 PM
Thankyou Jay...apreciate your kind words. Paul
Slaughter Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 11:08 AM
Wow! Paul. This is fascinating. I'm wondering about those "lipped imperfections that score the wind"...Congrats on POTD, by the way.
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 4:23 PM
Thanks Jim for your kind words. Very much appreciated. As for the "lipped imperfections"....came out of the subconscious but probably a reference to the spoken word in poetry as the first stanza is about how poetry, as with any art form, with all of its imperfections, can take us to the edge of mystery, the sublime, but cannot contain it. It is beyond the imperfections and limitations of language. Probably said too much. Value your comments, Paul
Chuuk Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 9:58 AM
Congratulations on your POTD, Paul. Simply beautiful. :)
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:40 PM
Appreciate your comments Fin. Pleased that you found something in the poem....matters to me. Thankyou, Paul
La France Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 9:23 AM
Paul, a beautifully penned poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor !
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:36 PM
Thankyou Constance, your comments very much appreciated and valued. I was very surprised with the POTD honor, I have never had so many kind souls offer me such supportive comments. Overwhelmed a bit. Paul
Toney Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 9:14 AM
Paul, your poetry is exceptional. I Faved this delectable morsel and am now following you for more. Congratulations on your Poem of the Day!
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:32 PM
Thankyou Mark for your positive comments, I blush. Indeed appreciate your kind words and the time you spent with the poem. The words from a fellow poet matter....take care, Paul
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May 11, 2023 at 8:13 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A lovely write. Have a blessed day..............
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:26 PM
Thanks Paula for stopping by my poem and taking the time to send me your comments. Very much appreciated...Paul
Baker Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 8:06 AM
Congratulations on your POTD,Paul! Very insightful and deeply thought-provoking poetry. Thanks for giving our minds something to contemplate. A poet friend in Texas, Bill p.s. A FAV for my list!
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:22 PM
Thanks Bill for your comments, too kind. Pleased that you gave your time to the poem, very much valued. Always a nice feeling to receive such encouraging words. Take care, Paul
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May 11, 2023 at 7:35 AM
Congratulations on POTD, Paul! Very nice!
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:15 PM
Thankyou Kim. Very much appreciate your time and support, valued. Paul
Lawrence Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 6:36 AM
Absolutely beautiful in its nuances and emotions dear Paul ! Amazing words from your gifted pen . Congratulations on POTD! Susan :)
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:13 PM
Thankyou Susan for your lovely words and encouragement. Pleased that the poem landed softly....value your comments. Paul
Turner Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 6:01 AM
Looks like you have found your groove, Paul. Congratulations on POTD. I am so happy for you. Now others will see what an excellent writer you are:) A pleasure to read you this morning my friend.
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:11 PM
Daniel, so appreciative of your support and encouragement, you have been a true friend and given me a lift when sometimes I needed it. Thankyou, you have exhibited what is good about PS. Take care mate, Paul
Lawless Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 5:12 AM
that opening couplet.....will keep me pondering all day...combined with the fan couplet....damn!! that could stand on its own.
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:04 PM
Feel honoured that you will ponder those lines John...your support and kind words very much valued. Take care, Paul
Oldham Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 4:50 AM
Stellar, Paul! Congrats on potd! Best, John
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:59 PM
Thanks John , appreciate your time and kind words. Paul
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May 11, 2023 at 4:20 AM
Hello Paul, Congratulation on the POTD Enjoy yt9ur day. Your friend /Darlene\
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May 14, 2023 at 10:42 AM
Hello Paul, Paul you are welcome. I enjoyed to read this poewm. Enjoy your day. My friend./Darlene\
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:55 PM
Thanks Darlene for your kind words and time...very much appreciated. Paul
Andresen Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 4:01 AM
- Congratulations on your awesome p.o.t.d., Paul :) -
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:52 PM
Very much appreciate your comments and spending a little time with the poem. Thankyou...valued. Paul
Lane Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:35 AM
Paul, congratulations on having this one chosen as poem of the day. My wish will come to fruition.
Lane Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 5:39 PM
That’s very kind of you, Paul, but your poetic skill needs no advertising. ;-)
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:49 PM
Lin, your support and kindness very much valued. I have no doubt the vibes you sent out had a substantial influence and for this I am grateful...thankyou. Paul
Kitchin Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 3:30 AM
Paul, a superb poem, congratulations on POTD!
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:45 PM
Very much appreciate receiving your comments and support Tania. Thankyou, Paul
Seeker Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:17 AM
Amazing! Congrats on POTD, Paul ~ a fav
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:43 PM
Thankyou....your comments are valued and very much appreciated. Paul
Mcintosh Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 1:21 AM
Amazing writing. LOVE This so. God bless you and Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina
Willason Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 2:41 PM
Thankyou for your kind and encouraging words Gina, very much appreciated. Paul
Lane Avatar
May 10, 2023 at 7:26 AM
So many of your phrases are awesome, Paul, especially in your second stanza. "... mind wilting at the door," and "faint murmurs of what cannot be contained." I wish more poets here would read the talent I find in your poetry. I'm faving this one.
Willason Avatar
May 10, 2023 at 4:27 PM
Thankyou Lin for your comments, so kind of you to provide such positive feedback. Quite honoured. It's good to know that a little of what was put into the poem manages to find an appreciative ear....yr comments valued.
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