Valsa George Poet Free verse

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Jan.14.2025

Our Natural State Poetry Contest

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Our Natural State

"free from conditioned belief
 no agenda on our shelf
 vibrant as the light of Self 
 life flows on all by itself” 
- Unseeking Seeker

All I wish is to be my genuine self
Free of all agenda, unshackled and free,
And flowing like a winding river
Over shoals, crags and boulders,
Carving its slithering way to the destination,
Until it merges with the mighty ocean.

There’s so much freedom in my roaming.
I don’t have to put on appearances,
Or don a mask, but be original
No agenda to follow, no canons to obey
I can live listening to the gentle dictates of my soul
Guided by the inner light burning in me
Glowing like a lamp in the night
With the oil, poured to feed on.

Retain my natural state without embellishments
Experience the unadulterated joy of being me
Renewing now and then, leaving aside
Old conformities like the sloughed skin of a snake.

I don’t have any deadlines to meet.
Like a square peg in a round hole,
I don’t have to struggle to fit in, 
But accepting myself as I am.
I want to travel light, never letting the weight, 
Of the world hang heavy on my shoulders.

I don’t desire for any laurels or badges
I don’t wish to fall victim to the numbing
Or dumbing cravings for power, wealth or fame
Never allow any hankering that plagues the soul
And muddle the mind with a desire to see my name
Placed in the list of victors of the world.

All I wish is to build bridges between man and man
Speak the language that connects one to the other
See everything as God’s gift and thank Him for it.
Love, laugh, live and let live, cherishing myself and others!

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Stephan McBride January 19, 2025 at 11:40 AM Beautiful, poem with divine love and humility flowing throughout: )

Joe Maverick January 18, 2025 at 9:26 PM A very free and sharing poem, that brightens The mind..And gets thoughts flowing Valsa.'

Joseph P. DiMino January 18, 2025 at 6:05 PM "Experience the unadulterated joy of being me" -- I can imagine that being the peak of unfoldment for any living soul. Well said. "All I wish is to build bridges between man and man Speak the language that connects one to the other" -- a beautiful soul. Lovely read. Thank you.

Sotto Poet January 17, 2025 at 8:13 AM Dear Valsa, your poetry is quite remarkable. Your poem perfectly conveys the profound need for being oneself and breaking free from the constraints and norms of society. The freedom to be themselves, unfettered by other people's approval, goals, or money needs, is what you wish for them. The poem also touches on topics like accepting oneself as one is, being unique, and the happiness that comes from being yourself. The piece highlights the interdependence of all people and ponders the significance of being in tune with one's intuition and the environment. Valsa George January 18, 2025 at 3:57 AM Lovely comment. You have summed up my thoughts so effectively. Thank you so much.

Anne-Lise Andresen January 17, 2025 at 6:50 AM - Your beautiful words give warm feelings, Valsa :) - A wonderful poem :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs

Paula Goldsmith January 16, 2025 at 10:54 AM I really enjoyed reading this wonderful write. What A Great Ending... "Good Luck" if for a contest... Have a wonderful day writing away..............

Victor Buhagiar January 16, 2025 at 9:27 AM Not to be tied to any codes or beliefs leads nowhere really. It is humility that leads us to a higher eternal bliss.

Sara Kendrick January 16, 2025 at 4:38 AM If we have the inner Light and are trying to follow it, we will be okay. If we don't have that inner Light then whoa to the world, it will need to watch out for us. Thanks for sharing this contest entry with us. Reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. Sara K

John Read January 16, 2025 at 2:52 AM Hi Valsa,what a wonderful world it would be if everyone felt the same way, wish you well in the contest. xx

Nette Onclaud January 15, 2025 at 2:16 PM ohh, radiantly conveying the very core of being, valsa...' to thy own self be true.." '

Jay Narain January 14, 2025 at 11:18 AM Nice poem. GL in contest. A sure winner.

Ink Empress January 14, 2025 at 7:57 AM This world needs more souls like you dear sweet valsa, one that feels and wants beyond materialistic things in life such as labels, and all that which glitters and glistens, i wish for you too an easy life one that is lighter and not heavy. How youv expressed throughout this poem is so fitting for the line of enquiry and also flows so beautifully, and in such a way that would make the reader pause and appreciate and feel the words woven in such a profound manner! Youv delivered a very soulful one! One that resonates and is a fave for me! Sending you light always! Best wishes in the contest too