Sara Kendrick Poet Free verse

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National Poetry Month

"When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy." Rumi
John 4: 20-14
Words from the list: heart, river, eclipse, shiver, cold, tender, lush


Heavy-hearted searching for something,
Seeking solace
Slowly walking
Down to the river
Feeling cold, shivering
Plodding through
The lush, verdant
Damp undergrowth
Chilled to the bone

Down at the river 
My spirit revived

While absorbing
The bubbling water spray
All those negative ions 
Turned the spirit on 
I could feel peace
A joy in my soul
His presence near
Eclipsed my troubled soul

Then the hand of Jesus
Touched me tenderly
He drew me in 
Oh, what joy that filled my soul
Something happened and I know
I have that river flow

   

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CayCay Godwin April 6, 2025 at 7:19 PM I'm confused - I just checked and saw no indication the contest had finalized. But still, I'll keep my congratulations in place because I think they'll be applicable soon enough ... CayCay CayCay Godwin April 7, 2025 at 11:15 AM I so appreciate it when older poems are allowed. Many times we've already written a poem on the 'topic', one we personally like, plus, they aren't really old at all, just poems that have dark-scrolled down ... when they should remain in the light. Right? Sara Kendrick April 7, 2025 at 4:30 AM Thank you, CayCay, for dropping back by. I hope the confusion is cleared. I entered this one in two different contest and neither one said don't enter it in more than one. Sara K

CayCay Godwin April 6, 2025 at 7:17 PM Now I remember why I always enjoyed reading you, a lovely poem. I was going to comment that I hadn't written for this contest yet, but according to the comments below, I've run out of time and should congratulate you - Congratulations, you ... CayCay Sara Kendrick April 7, 2025 at 4:29 AM Cay, Cay, I entered it in two contest, and one has not been judged. Never know which way it may go in a contest. Thanks for the visit and nice review. Sara K

thriveni c mysore April 6, 2025 at 1:41 AM Interesting write. Congratulations on your win dear poet. Cheers!!! Sara Kendrick April 6, 2025 at 10:42 AM Thank you, Thriveni, for dropping by with congratulations. I need all the cheers I can get right now. Sara K

Sotto Poet April 5, 2025 at 6:19 AM Good day, Sara. Using the prompt words indicated before in your skillfully constructed lines is breathtaking! The quote you chose to use is just fantastic! Sara Kendrick April 5, 2025 at 7:36 AM Thank you, Lasaad. I appreciate the visit and encouraging words. Sara K

Kim Rodrigues April 4, 2025 at 10:27 AM This is beautiful, Sara! A joy to read today! Sara Kendrick April 4, 2025 at 3:40 PM Since you dropped by and said such nice things, my spirit soars, Kim. Thank you, Sara K

John Loving Iii April 4, 2025 at 5:49 AM Rightly titled. This defines what I would call poetry. Words, phrases, ideals. Even the inclusion of our Lord. Not forgetting the muse. Sara Kendrick April 4, 2025 at 3:37 PM Wonderful that you find it what you call poetry, John. I appreciate your visit. Sara K

Anne-Lise Andresen April 4, 2025 at 5:25 AM - A beautiful and uplifting poem, Sara :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs Sara Kendrick April 4, 2025 at 3:34 PM So delighted, Anne-Lise, that you found it beautiful and uplifting. I appreciate the visit and well wishes. Sara K

Victor Buhagiar April 3, 2025 at 2:04 AM Always difficult when you have to choose specific words. You did well. Sara Kendrick April 3, 2025 at 4:35 AM Yes, Victor, it wasn't so easy to write but at least we could change the words to suit out need instead of it having to be just the way it was on the list. Thanks for the visit. Sara K

Ink Empress April 3, 2025 at 1:36 AM Dear sara, this is stunning and just seamless how you’ve used the prompt words mentioned above in your well woven lines! I love also the quote you’ve used here! Pleasure reading this soulful gem! Sending you light always Sara Kendrick April 3, 2025 at 4:34 AM I am delighted that you found it pleasant to read, IE. I always need the light. So thoughtful of you to stop by. Sara K

Nette Onclaud April 2, 2025 at 10:01 PM you had me in a poetic spell...this is glorious, sara . Huggs Sara Kendrick April 3, 2025 at 4:30 AM Why, thank you, Nette. I am delighted you found it glorious. Thanks for the high praise. Sara K

Reya Suri April 2, 2025 at 8:36 PM What an appealing poem! Love the analogies. This poem is both wonderful and inspiring. <3 xxx Sara Kendrick April 3, 2025 at 4:28 AM Delightful, Reya, that you found it appealing. I am glad you enjoyed the analogies. Awesome that you found it wonderful and inspiring. Thank you. Sara K

Andrea Dietrich April 2, 2025 at 12:35 PM you did GREAT with the words. What a lovely poem. Sara Kendrick April 2, 2025 at 2:33 PM Thank you, Andrea. I appreciate the uplifting review. Sara K