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I sit here with my pen in my hand, observing how words appear before me. I’m in a state of bewilderment. Where do these words come from? How does my hand know how to translate my invisible thoughts into decipherable words, lines, and verses? Where do the thoughts come from that precede the words? Is this really Sara Baker writing or am I watching Sara Baker put these words on the paper? Is the Universe writing through me? Was I intended to be the messenger before I showed up here as a baby? Will these words live beyond my lifetime? I’m bewildered by it all, and I’m humble in my inability to know where any of my accomplishments come from. poetry~~emotion finds its thoughts. thought finds words. with free hand, poet offers up his ink, a rhymical creation of beauty in words.

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Jan Allison

Date: 1/4/2024 3:38:00 PM

I can relate to your lines big time Sara:-) thanks for sharing your wonderful words:-) hugs Jan xx

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:38:00 PM

thank you, Jan, for stopping by and for your comments. Have a splendid evening, Sara

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 1/4/2024 12:09:00 PM

Thank you for your beautiful verse. It is wisdom that should last for generations.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:39:00 PM

thank you, Hilda. I'm grateful for you and your comments, Sara

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/4/2024 11:52:00 AM

Your poem is truly remarkable, dear friend, Sara. Its depth and beauty have the power to deeply resonate with anyone who reads it. Your mind is a wellspring of profound philosophical wisdom, and your ability to express these thoughts is truly extraordinary. It is often easy to overlook the profound impact and therapeutic nature of poetry.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:41:00 PM

thank you, dear Sotto, for your outstanding comments. I'm grateful for the depth of your response to my poem and for your compliments...they mean a great deal. I agree, sometimes it is easy to overlook the profound impact and therapeutic value of poetry. Hope you're having a great start to your new year. Have a splendid evening, your poetess friend in Texas, Sara

Silent One

Date: 1/4/2024 11:22:00 AM

Many will relate to your reflection, which is a compelling journey into the mysteries of creativity, self-discovery, and the universal aspects of artistic expression. It sparks contemplation and invites readers to explore their own relationship with the act of creation... An enjoyable read dear..

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:51:00 PM

thank you, Silent One. I'm grateful for your insightful comments. You're a true poetic artist whom I'm sure contemplates when you create and write. You're 'in touch' with a source beyond you, and it shows in your craftsmanship. Have a splendid Thursday evening, Sara

Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/4/2024 10:49:00 AM

Sara, this is so you! The humble, poetic wanderer seeking "beauty in words" and giving thoughtfulness to emotions! Your poems "offer up" life in bright images and thoughtful rhymes - the rhythmic cadence of each heartbeat! Thank you for this gift of such beauty! Blessings of health and happiness to you for 2024!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:50:00 PM

wow, Sam, I am humbled by your comments. I appreciate your compliments more than you know. I am grateful you see the depth and the cadence in my poem. Wishing you a creative and blessed new year, hugs, Sara

Ink Empress

Date: 1/4/2024 10:27:00 AM

Ah this is so sincere and so well written. I have these moments, sometimes, i really love the way you’ve expressed here, so many lines in this hits home especially “ and I’m humble in my inability to know where any of my accomplishments come from.“ that really resonates and i think many would, but most of all, this poem depicts your humble nature, and the flawless flow of your words is so very heart warming to read too. Sometimes we dont even realise, words, their impact and healing poetry is.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:48:00 PM

awww, dearest Ink, your comments touched my soul. I'm most grateful for your kinship and for your willingness to be so kind and sincerely complimentary. Know that your words make a difference as does your poetry. Poetry is just good for the soul, for both the poet and reader. Wishing you a blessed new year, hugs, your poetess friend

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 1/4/2024 9:43:00 AM

A wonderful poem, my friend. I have asked myself those same questions many times.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:44:00 PM

thanks, Jerry, for your visit. I'm grateful that you, too, have asked many of the same questions. have a great evening, Sara

Jay Narain

Date: 1/4/2024 9:33:00 AM

Nice thoughts on poem creation.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:44:00 PM

thanks, Jay, for your visit and for your comments. I appreciate you. Have a great evening, Sara

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/4/2024 8:18:00 AM

Beauty from top to bottom. How I love your poetry. Bill must be proud.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:43:00 PM

awww...thank you, Victor! Yes, Bill is proud! Thanks for your lovely comments. Have a wonderful evening, Sara

Mark Hughes

Date: 1/4/2024 7:54:00 AM

Perfectly stated Sara, oh how your talent shines!!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:42:00 PM

wow, thank you, Mark. I appreciate your complimentary and supportive comments. Have a splendid evening, Sara

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/4/2024 6:16:00 AM

I often wonder too Sara, where does it all come from. I can only assume we're all part of the big puzzle of creation, hopefully one day in this life or the next the mysteries of the universe will be revealed to us. Hope your day is going well. Tom

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/4/2024 4:42:00 PM

I like your train of thought, Tom. I agree...maybe someday in another life time we'll understand where creativity comes from and what its purpose is. Thanks for stopping by, Sara