Sam Kauffman Poet Free verse

Nexus

Nexus

Spinning on a sharp point of connectedness
Fulcrum pivots on micro pinpoints
A pilgrimage, a crux,
From oblivion to authentic choice –
 Sharp point of indecision and a-ha –
A sliver of either or pierces the tipping point
 In conundrums of balance

Sharp honesty, gilded with empathy,
                  Or
Thorny truths on turning points
                   ~
Intentional grace clothed in compassion 
                 Or
Hard edges of exacting truth
                  ~
Merciful discretion
                Or
Bleak transparency
                 ~
Authenticity
                Or
Opaque imagery of the vague
                ~
Sharp pinpoints of objectivity
               Or
Honesty framed in love’s elixirs 

As the waking soul of indecision
Stands on two feet in balance
To oscillate upon nexus pivot points
Of truth
               Or
Discretion 
               ~
To seize wonder
		Or
Tremble at the portal of the unknown
                ~	
Remain in the numbing coma of wakefulness
               Or  
Enter true blissful consciousness 
That leaves footprints on the source of love.

3-7-22
Contest: Consciousness Fulcrum
Sponsor: Unseeking Seeker

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John Watt March 17, 2022 at 9:35 PM You rose to the challenge, dear Sam. You have explored some deep thoughts and yin/yang dichotomies, each pivoting on the word "or" representing life choices. To meet, the first half seems to focus on navigating relationships and the second half on interacting with our environment. I love the lines, "To oscillate upon nexus pivot points" and "Tremble at the portal of the unknown". Here's to more a-ha moments! Some great thinking and wonderful writing here... big congrats! Sam Kauffman March 24, 2022 at 12:38 PM Thank you so much John! I really struggled with this concept. It just brings a huge :) to my heart to know that you, and your masterful - thoughtful - poetic spirit gleaned so much from these words! Agreed -"here's to more a-ha moments" on our pilgrimage!" Your messages are always blessings of encouragement which you do so well! Blessings dear friend!

Christuraj Alex March 14, 2022 at 7:14 PM Congratulations again. Sam Kauffman March 15, 2022 at 9:28 AM Thank you so much Chris. Your congratulations are so appreciated! :D

Beata Agustin March 13, 2022 at 7:44 AM Wow! Thanks for sharing this... making me reflect... and then thank God for the Holy Spirit that works in our consciousness as the redeemed of the Lord. God bless you. Sam Kauffman March 13, 2022 at 11:09 AM Thank you Beata! We do have a precious Holy Spirit who inspires and sheds fiery grace on our words. Your reflection on this poem is a blessing! There could be no greater compliment. Thank you for that grace and fellowship! Sending you blessings and many hugs!

Christuraj Alex March 12, 2022 at 8:18 PM Beautifully knit nexus betwixt matters connected with consciousness. Beautiful work. Congratulations! Sam Kauffman March 13, 2022 at 11:06 AM Thank you Chris! This was not an easy theme but I am so glad I stayed with it for the meditations brought a new awareness to me. So glad you liked it! It was an honor to be on the winners list among so many thoughtful poems. Sending you blessings!

Unseeking Seeker March 12, 2022 at 8:17 PM Masterful, Sam! Seems Andrea has already pronounced this as a winner! Congrats on your win! Sam Kauffman March 13, 2022 at 11:01 AM Hi Seeker! Per usual your contest theme and your poem provoked some serious contemplation. What a gift - a challenge to go deeper and reach higher consciously and let the unconscious bubble up to the surface providing delightful "a-ha" moments of revelation. Thank you for your placement. It is an honor to be among such poems of depth. Blessings. Gratitude for all that you do here on the soup.

Andrea Dietrich March 10, 2022 at 10:35 AM Sam, I have a feeling unseeking seeker will LOVE this!! Very profound Sam Kauffman March 13, 2022 at 10:56 AM Andrea thank you !!! I had to sit on the concept of a fulcrum to gain an understanding of the power of the process. It is an honor to find this on the winners list among so many incredible writes! Seekers' poem really was inspirational! Sending your blessings and hugs!