Ode To the Little One

"ode to the little one"

on this night I sit and stare
to my surprise such illumination I see

a glorious clear black sky
countless shining stars
showing themselves for hopes and dreams

such glitters this night know not why
they reveal no resolve for my life or path
in my heart I know they're placed for me
they whisper your strength is true
giving recognition of pain gone through

I continue to stare and hear their call
both sky and star tell me to ask not why
why black clouds and life have neglected me
tenderly whispering this you are not defined

I see the changing sky as moments pass
ever gently it moves and shifts back to me
telling me worry not little one you're never alone
never have you been or will be

one day all will be answered and revealed
until then hold strong be strong be you
continue on little one through pain or tears

SkyWatcher  -  03-06-17


the above entry was inspired and dedicated to the 
"Little One" and "Lost Childhood" series written by Darren White

Darren I hope I wrote with honor and dignity to your series 
and to the "Little One"

there are no words to express the beauty of such a series shared by you

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017



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Date: 3/29/2017 2:16:00 PM
Loved the last stanza, especially. And that Darren White is an inspiration (You do find the enLIGHTened ones, Lisa!) I read this & another poem of your's now, and feel led to say: Any Love poem can be said of Jesus too (except blatantly sexual poems). Have u read my Abraham poem? I think you will get answers this side of heaven, alelujah! Shalom, Anil Deo. Amen sister!!
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/30/2017 3:37:00 AM
Good Morning Anil. My goodness. Thank you ever so much. I enjoyed your intake on the entry and your feedback also. The review and commentary are most generous. I never take either lightly. And yes, I so agree that Darren is an inspiration. I look forward to returning to your work and entries. Have a wonderful morning.
Date: 3/20/2017 5:55:00 AM
Huge congratulations on the POTD honors my friend. Love, truth and beauty all well represented in this gem.....
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/20/2017 9:48:00 AM
Hello Robert. Good Morning. My goodness, thank you very much for your generosity and graciousness. I never take reviews of commentary lightly. Your review and words are wonderful to me. Thank you also for the congratulations on the poem. I was so surprised. The honor truly belongs to Darren White and his original creation and his series to which my entry was inspired. Have a wonderful day and enjoy the written word.
Date: 3/9/2017 6:46:00 AM
Congrats on your POTD, Lisa.
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Date: 3/9/2017 11:02:00 AM
Hello Agnes. Thank you very much. It was a thrill and honor and still is for me.
Date: 3/9/2017 4:07:00 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Lisa :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/9/2017 4:51:00 AM
Hello Anne. Thank you for the congratulations and generosity as well. I was so honored and surprised. It is wonderful being here at PoetrySoup with so many talented and skilled writers such as yourself.
Date: 3/9/2017 3:34:00 AM
This is so true and beautiful. It rocks...
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Date: 3/9/2017 4:46:00 AM
Wow. Hello Kai. How fabulous your review and intake. Thank you so very much. Honestly. I'm honored by your generosity.
Date: 3/9/2017 1:14:00 AM
Enjoyed reading... congrats on being chosen....
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Date: 3/9/2017 4:44:00 AM
Hello Bernard. Thank you very much it was such an honor.
Date: 3/8/2017 8:58:00 PM
Congrats on POTD Lisa, remarkable write and had me hooked right from the start. Faving this lovely poem(!):-)
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Date: 3/9/2017 4:39:00 AM
Oh my goodness. Hello Keith. Wow thank you ever so much. What an honor to read your generous review and commentary. Never do I take either lightly. Believe me I was so surprised that this entry was selected.
Date: 3/8/2017 8:09:00 PM
Hi Lisa, What a lovely "ode" to Darren's series. Congratulations on getting the poem of thr day. It was well deserved: -)Alexis
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Date: 3/9/2017 4:34:00 AM
Hello Alexis. Thank you very much. It was such an honor for me and such a surprise as well.
Date: 3/8/2017 12:44:00 PM
Congratulations Lisa :)
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Date: 3/8/2017 1:31:00 PM
Hello Heidi. Thank you very much. Honestly. This was so exciting to know and see.
Date: 3/8/2017 11:56:00 AM
Oooohhhh Lisa, your poem for my Little One is Poem of the Day, I am touched :) Congratulations, and it is so well deserved, it is SO beautiful!
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/8/2017 12:23:00 PM
Hi Darren. I can't believe it. I'm in shock. It is I who am touched and give many thanks to you for you are the creator of the "little one and author of the "lost childhood" series. Have a wonderful afternoon.
Date: 3/8/2017 8:19:00 AM
Beautiful Lisa!
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/8/2017 10:06:00 AM
Hello Sara. Thank you very much. I so appreciate such a wonderful review.
Date: 3/8/2017 8:16:00 AM
Lovely work Lisa, congratulations for POTD honors...
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Date: 3/8/2017 10:05:00 AM
Hello Charlie. Thank you very much. I'm thrilled and surprised. I hope you enjoyed my entry.
Date: 3/8/2017 7:57:00 AM
Congratulations Lisa, great to see this as POTD
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Date: 3/8/2017 10:04:00 AM
Hello Tim. Oh my goodness. I am so surprised not to mention thrilled. I can't believe it. I'm speechless and would have never thought. Thank you for returning with such generosity.
Date: 3/7/2017 11:18:00 AM
- This beautiful poem has warmed more than one hearts, Lisa - Many thanks :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/8/2017 10:00:00 AM
Hello Anne - Thank you ever so much for gracing my entry with your intake and beautiful review. Honestly. Words can not express my appreciation.
Date: 3/6/2017 9:25:00 PM
Well done Lisa. Beautifully written. God Bless, JB
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Date: 3/7/2017 3:34:00 AM
Thank you Judy. I hope you liked the entry. Enjoy the morning.
Date: 3/6/2017 7:14:00 PM
Oh, this is perfect! The message of hope and peace - Love this so much Lisa <3
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/7/2017 3:33:00 AM
Hi Sara. Thank you Thank you. Enjoy the morning.
Date: 3/6/2017 3:58:00 PM
This is beautiful, Lisa. I have just been to read Darren's poems. I find that when a poem is inspired by the work of another poet, the results are truly astounding. #7 Regards // paul
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/7/2017 3:32:00 AM
Good Morning Paul. Thank you so much. Your generosity and feedback are truly generous. Honestly. I appreciate your intake.
Date: 3/6/2017 11:39:00 AM
and a 7 :)
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Date: 3/6/2017 9:49:00 AM
Lisa, if I could hug you from here, I would. I am so emotional right now, it is simply beautiful. So positive, uplifting and inspirational... I needed this so much, the past two days were very difficult. Your words bring a smile to my lips :)
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Date: 3/6/2017 11:39:00 AM
I forgot to say I have added it to my faves :)
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/6/2017 11:11:00 AM
Thank you Thank you Darren I'm glad you approve of my small efforts.
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/6/2017 11:02:00 AM
Hello Darren. The best response I could ask for from you. Please know the credit belongs solely to you and your work your words. Further know I did read your 3 and 4 but did not give a response for your words in your entries are enough. Thank you Darren for allowing me to post this piece. May there be peace
Date: 3/6/2017 9:10:00 AM
What a beautiful poem inspired by Darren's series of poems. Your words have brought the light to shine on their hearts and souls that it seemed was so desperately needed. Nicely done Lisa.
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Darren White
Date: 3/6/2017 2:06:00 PM
I needed some sunlight in my heart, and I am so grateful.
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/6/2017 11:07:00 AM
Top of the day to you Chris. Thank you ever so much for seeing this and for gracing and enhancing it for The Little One. Honestly. Enjoy the afternoon. Thank you Thank you
Date: 3/6/2017 7:40:00 AM
Oh Lisa this is amazing. You have a great heart. Darren will be honored by your write.
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Darren White
Date: 3/6/2017 12:53:00 PM
I am, very honoured indeed.
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Lisa Ricci
Date: 3/6/2017 7:49:00 AM
Thank you so much Tim. I hope so and I hope I wrote with dignity. The honor and amazement truly belong to Darren along with his thoughts and his series. Words do not express my appreciation for your generosity. Enjoy the day.
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