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Thematic Categories: allegory, creation, earth, god, life, spiritual, and symbolism.

On Being Soulful Spiritual moments on being soulful find their certain metaphysical aspects when one seeks a deeper meaning and a sense of true joy, by connecting with one’s soul that lies at the very core of all human beings and their individual existence on this physical entity, we all call and know, as— Our Mortal Earth, Our Mother Earth. Thinking about and truly understanding the special elements, and the wholly transcendental nature of one’s self-ego, whilst mastering the spiritual art of self-reflection, whereby— one finds His or Her true ethereal sense and begins to see Mortal Life entirely unfettered, and without any human falsities and obvious facades of deceit— that speak directly to the essence of balance and harmony, and the true cosmic passion and purpose of the spirit of soulfulness. It’s this that brings all of us in the end closer to God’s Kingdom and to Almighty God Himself. Amen. Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved December 22, 2018 (Verse)

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Date: 5/30/2019 5:37:00 PM
Beautifully expressed.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 5/31/2019 2:11:00 PM
Hello MLK!! Appreciate your read and note here. (I've been away actively from posting any new poems this year as I am presently in the middle of a review of a 500-page manuscript, which is my new book (second book) of poetry. I will be in touch though and back with the Soup after my new book is published later this year!!) Cheers and Best, Gary
Date: 4/10/2019 11:29:00 PM
Hi Gary! I'm so glad I decided to check out your poetry today because this one is so beautiful and I don't know if it's for a contest but it's a winner for sure or would make a great POTD in my opinion. Such a wonderful philosophy filled with truth. FAVED.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 4/11/2019 2:26:00 AM
Hello Carole, Many Thanks for your read of this particular Verse poem, and for your most gracious comments, and for the FAVE too!! No, this one was not done for any Poetry Soup contest nor did it achieve the POTD or POTW acclamation. Be that as it may, it will certainly appear in my second book of published poetry that will be released to the public later this year. (This why I've not been actively posting anything else since December2018.) Thanks Again!! Best Wishes Always, Gary
Date: 3/7/2019 10:54:00 PM
Beautiful Gary, I so much enjoyed reading your deep philosophy and it touched my brain and heart at the same time. Like tonight I am ready to understand you're writing and feel the depth of each word you wrote in your beautiful poem. Best regards. Terry
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Gary Bateman
Date: 3/8/2019 4:45:00 PM
Hello Terry!! Thanks for your read and your very gracious comments here. I am very pleased that you like my writing and can feel the true depth and meaning of my writing. (I will be dropping by Poetry Soup, as I can, since I'm writing in the middle of getting my second book of poetry published!!) No problem though, I shall always respond back to you, and I will do my best to drop by your website too as time permits!! Best Weekend Wishes to you, Gary
Date: 3/2/2019 2:22:00 PM
Lovely honest verse Gary; beautifully penned.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 3/2/2019 3:12:00 PM
Hello MLK!! Many Thanks, as always, for your read and very kind comments here. (I'm presently not posting anything further for a while as I'm busily working on the manuscript for my second book. Much to do!!) Nevertheless, I shall not forget you and will let you know when I'm fully engaged again with Poetry Soup. Cheers and Best Wishes, Gary
Date: 2/16/2019 3:35:00 PM
Seems like a strong and deep way to to get in touch and stay in touch which seems to be to be our deepest self and most important. Reading a good book The Hidden Face of God, Gerald Schroeder science and the eternal. Interesting. Seems like a few of us are or have been dealing with cancer. Hope David can get some good answers, it is a hard journey to take.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 2/17/2019 12:31:00 PM
Hello Linda, Thanks for your note and thoughts here. People who have dealt with this situation, as you, David, and I have, no all too well about the challenges and the uncertainty. Yes, for sure, I also hope David can get some good answers. I know I've learned to appreciate each and every day. All The Best!! Gary
Date: 2/15/2019 1:41:00 AM
I choose soulful over sorrowful every time Gary especially as I am about to find out on Tuesday how treatable my cancer is. Your poem timely and written in right vein. My recent poem a right carry on sums up my feelings. don't think it is my time to go yet but I hold no fear or rancour. Regards DAVID
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Linda Milgate
Date: 2/16/2019 3:40:00 PM
I hope you can find the kind of help you need and peace of mind needed to deal with it. Been dealing with a rare cancer for 3 years, 2 years longer than expected, good and bad aspects. Take care.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 2/15/2019 12:21:00 PM
Hello David, I am very sorry to hear about your cancer condition. I, too, had my go-around with (prostate) cancer during 2010-11, which certainly had my undivided attention. All is better now, but one never knows for sure. Soulful is better than Sorrowful any day. I must take a read of your most recent poem. (I've been away from Poetry Soup since this last December since I'm working my the final manuscript of my upcoming second book.) Best Wishes, Gary
Date: 12/31/2018 9:52:00 AM
WoW! Gary, What a deep and thought provoking write. I agree making a connection with your soul will allow you to connect with God. As always I enjoy amazing pen my friend:-) Alexis
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Gary Bateman
Date: 12/31/2018 7:46:00 PM
Hello Alexis!! Many Thanks to your for your read here. And your comments are spot-on about with my intent concerning on the subject "Being Soulful." Ingrid and I sincerely wish you a wondrously Happy New Year!! Cheers and Best, Gary
Date: 12/30/2018 4:05:00 PM
truly outstanding gary just popped on to wish you both a blessed beautiful new year ahead
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Gary Bateman
Date: 12/31/2018 9:37:00 AM
Thanks Liam Mate!! Best New Year's Wishes to you from Ingrid and me!! I will be in touch with you again very soon. Already working on the manuscript for my second book, which means I won't be posting anymore poems for a while with Poetry Soup until my manuscript is finished and the new book is published. Best Holiday Wishes to the Family!! Gary
Date: 12/22/2018 4:46:00 PM
Very nice Gary! I enjoyed your meaningful soulful poem! Merry Christmas :)
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Gary Bateman
Date: 12/22/2018 5:03:00 PM
Hello Dear Heidi, Many thanks for your read and very nice comment here. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed this "soulful" poem of mine!! Best Wishes Always, and Merry Christmas!! Gary
Date: 12/22/2018 12:06:00 PM
Well done...
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Gary Bateman
Date: 12/22/2018 12:10:00 PM
Hello Arturo, I love the succinctness of your comment!! With that, I thank you very much, and wish you a most Merry Christmas!! Best, Gary
Date: 12/22/2018 12:00:00 PM
Oh such a deep poem it was and I absolutely love reading it, especially the spiritual message it contains for everyone. Today is 22 December, so I wish you a merry Christmas and a really happy new year, good luck my friend and have a really nice day
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Gary Bateman
Date: 12/22/2018 12:13:00 PM
Hello Faraz, Many Thanks for your gracious thoughts and comments here on this latest poem of mine. I did give this one, obviously, some significant and meaningful thought. I'm very pleased you enjoyed it. Merry Christmas Wishes!! Gary

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