Christopher Grieves Poet Rhyme

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A Jinjagoliath poem:
First published: 1st April 2022
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Natural Rhythm

I feel there's something heavy
Pressing on my bones
Medusa's gaze has got me
Turning into stone..

My life needs new perspective
Like some higher place to view
A log jam in my thinking
Or my prayers desire review 

It's noisy and unsettling
I cannot find that space
Where I sit and welcome stillness
To caress and kiss my face 

A wild storm shouts around me
And the structures rattle out
I need peace and understanding 
To explain that noise without 

Or maybe just the quiet,
Silent place within
Is the park bench where I settle
While the world creates it's din 

As in nature's restful bosom
I can reconnect again
As trees dance to the birdsong
And the rhythm of the rain.

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Christina Bowring June 19, 2024 at 3:34 PM Dear Chris, this beautiful poem really resonates with me as it will so many. We all, at times, need peace and solitude and perhaps some more than others. I think stillness really does reset our natural rhythm. I like the image of your park bench and it must be a blessing on work days! One of my favourite spiritual sayings is, ‘ I’m with myself when alone’ and at those times, soul is more aware of higher powers than ever. The need to reconnect not just with nature but with oneself as well. Christopher Grieves June 19, 2024 at 7:40 PM Hi Christina x so wonderful to have you visit! Reconnecting and resetting are so very important for spiritual health - you obviously understand that. I have a favourite park bench that is opposite a small hill. In the Spring it is awash with daffodils and quite beautiful. Thank you for your presence here and touching encouragement, Christina C :) xx Christina Bowring June 19, 2024 at 3:36 PM I particularly loved the last stanza. Delightful! Thank you for sharing this insightful poem my friend. Loved it :) x

Karen Jones March 26, 2024 at 12:28 AM Christopher I can relate to needing and finding inner peace on a park bench! Enjoyed reading your words! Christopher Grieves March 26, 2024 at 6:34 AM Thank you Karen! As the weather warms.. those park benches certainly appear luxuriant. May you find yours for recovery and re-energising your spirit. Blessings, Cx