Susan Lawrence Poet Free verse

Pink Butterflies

Breath
Nuance
Light 
Dark
Dappled sunlight casting shadows

I see you before me 
Riding bareback 
An elegant mare
Swishing her tail through tall dry grasses
Chocolate fur 
Gliding us to new beginnings

A subtle breeze almost imperceptible
Your hair blowing gently
Haloed by glittering light, pollen and promises
The savanna an alive carpet

You turn to eye me
A knowing glance
A beckoning
A calling
A soundless kiss finds me
My soul awakens

Velvet rose petal messages arrive from the sky goddesses
My heart unlatches
Laughter flows within my veins
Creating silent moist raindrops on my palms
My thighs grip my horse more tightly

Dusty red ancient rock surrounds us
Taking us to worlds that have once been
Kisses on the wind leading us deeper into the land
Tricking water in the distance
The smell of dust and mesquite and memories

When did we first meet
Was it here or in another lifetime
My thoughts envelop me with wonder and ache

I feel your kiss on my earlobe
Coupled with the cawing of a hunting bird above
I shiver
Gazing upward shadows pass
Opening a crack in the jagged skyscape
Casting a radiant beam on my chest

Transporting me to the day we walked through the dense undergrowth
Damp green limey tendrils cascading around us
Revealing a hidden path dotted with singing ladybugs
A symphony of notes rising from the mossy carpet

Sing to me dear ones
Sing to me 
For your song fills my heart
With joy and promise and hope

We walk slowly making our way past lifetimes 
Of pain and sorrow and rebirth and passion
Small bellied frogs hop along leading the way
Dotting the path with neon yellow and delicious peach orange

I chuckle and my heart expands
I feel full and alive
I am grateful for the journey
I feel the warmth of your hand graze my hip
I feel your breath creating dreamcatchers 
In the light behind me
Your quiet words travel with me

I glisten in sweat

Children’s voices rise up
I hear them in the distance
Songs in a language I don’t understand
The words float and dance into the air
As they do 
I feel the love
An eternal embrace 
Carried on the whispers of their souls

We are close
Ancestor trees move aside 
So that we may enter the clearing 
I kneel and open my arms
I am surrounded by 
The pink butterfly children
Each one smiling 

Pink clouds of butterflies surround them
Silent tears stream down my cheeks.
As I rise, I notice families, tribes and friends 
Elders and ancient ones

The mesmerizing rose pink wings create 
A vibration that fills all of us with immeasurable gratitude
Joining in a circle we hold hands and raise them up towards the heavens
Bowing our heads as we become one heart beating together.


POTD 7/26/2025

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Ann Peck August 20, 2026 at 12:38 PM This is so beautiful, Susan. I loved it all, and the pictures your words paint. I'm faving. Susan Lawrence August 20, 2026 at 5:29 PM hugs :)

Ann Peck June 22, 2026 at 1:26 PM Beautiful, Susan. Your words tell a mystical story. I could place myself inside it, on horseback again after long years. I could feel the desert. Susan Lawrence July 13, 2026 at 11:35 AM Dear Ann, Thank you for your visit. I am thrilled you were able to immerse yourself in the story and be inside it, horseback riding again after long years feeling the desert. That touches me deeply. Big hugs, Susan :)

Quoth Theraven January 10, 2026 at 11:50 PM Hello Susan, Waited too long perhaps, to tell you what an important connection you have. To this almost untouchable other worldly experience. You bring a moment, breath a moment, into conscienceness, into life. Through poetry. -Richard Susan Lawrence January 19, 2026 at 10:58 AM Richard, No you didn't wait too long! Grateful for your visit. Thank you for your comments and seeing into my words. It is a consciousness which arrives when I go inward through breath and mediataion. I am always in immense gratitude to journey and allow the words to flow afterwards. Susan :)

John Loving Iii November 1, 2025 at 3:40 PM I read what I liked. The Equal acceptance of a woman to my advances. But that's not all, It's a life, a life together. The way it is suppose to be. Susan Lawrence January 19, 2026 at 10:54 AM Happy for your visit John.

Sara Kendrick August 11, 2025 at 1:32 PM Creative fairy love tale you have spun in this one. thanks for sharing. Sara K Susan Lawrence August 13, 2025 at 3:28 PM Dear Sara, so happy for your visit . Thank you for your comments. Sending all good thoughts your way. Susan :)

Paul Callus August 9, 2025 at 12:47 PM I feel guilty at turning up so late for this beautiful poem which instantly gripped my imagination, and captured my heart and soul, dear Susan! Your imagery flows effortlessly right from the start, trickling slowly down from one line to another. You are so passionate about what you write; words that reverberate through life's journey; mixing emotions and finding love and release in nature, old and young and a promise for future years. Congrats on p.o.t.d. my friend. Warm regards and hugs // paul Susan Lawrence August 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM Dearest Paul , Your visits, comments, emotions and thoughts are always a welcome gift ! Thank you for your heart, your insight and your presence. I am so grateful you could take this journey with me. I appreciate you ! Big hugs and smiles your way. Susan :)

Deb M August 3, 2025 at 11:32 AM Susan, l like many others was captivated by your pink butterflies write…your imagery and descriptive words unfolded effortlessly as l read sharing a beautiful story! I feel it was connected to Rico in some way with the native ancestry. You must miss him…..Huge Congratulations on POTD! Debx Susan Lawrence August 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM Deb, Yes I miss Rico! He influenced my life and introduced me to Native American culture which was always deep in my soul. This poem came out of a meditation I did and the words revealed themselves after. A gift for sure. Thank you for journeying with me . Hugs, Susan :)

Gary Radice July 30, 2025 at 5:24 AM 'Pink Butterflies' was so worth the wait Susan. Such a wonderful mosaic of imagery and themes that seemlessly come together - like a film itself in the hands of such an expert director. I took time out to explore what a pink butterfly may symbolize: "love, joy, and happiness, transformation, renewal, and spiritual awakening." What a beautifully apt title for your work :) Cheers - Gary Susan Lawrence August 11, 2025 at 3:20 PM Dear Gary, Always in gratitude for your visits. Your comments are a gift and always bring me into a space of calm. I had a beautiful vison while meditataing and it revealed itself through my words. I am grateful for the imagery, emotions and words and thrilled you could share the journey with me. Hugs , Susan :)

Sam Kauffman July 28, 2025 at 11:53 AM Dearest Susan, congratulations on your POTD! It is a mesmerizing story of renewal. I am drawn into your search for a new life just as you were drawn into this place by the sound of children's voices. Your poetic images and phrases are pure artistry! Congratulations on your POTD! So wonderful to be inspired by you again! Blessings to you carried on pink wings, dear friend! Susan Lawrence August 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM Dearest Sam, How wonderful to have you visit and to read your beautiful words to me. Thank you - thank you ! I am thrilled and always inspired to have you visit. I so appreciate your heart and soul and all of your support. I’ve missed reading your poems and look forward to reading some soon. Big big hugs, and all good wishes to you. Love, Susan :)

Malabika Ray Choudhury July 27, 2025 at 5:51 PM Congratulations, Dear Susan, on your awesome poetry - with the enchanting imagery you have created, it sounds surreal to me! Wonderful to see you back here! Love and best wishes ~ Susan Lawrence July 31, 2025 at 2:15 PM Hi dear Mala! So wonderful to have you visit. Thank you. Happy to see all of your accomplishments on you poetry and life journey. Sending you big hugs, Love, Susan :)

Daniel Henry Rodgers July 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM Dear Susan, I’m still floating in that warm, windswept dimension you conjured so effortlessly. Reading your poem felt like tracing my own soul’s footprints through dreamsoil. Poetry can do amazing things when it stops trying and simply becomes. Congrats on POTD! Summer Blessings, My Dear Susan, Danei Susan Lawrence July 31, 2025 at 2:11 PM Dear Daniel, I am thrilled by your immersion into my poem. I love your comments as they mirror thoughts in my heart. I love tracing my own soul's footprints through dreamsoil ! Beautiful. I appreciate your presence immensely. Looking forward to reading you ! Hugs, Susan :)

Beryl Edmonds July 27, 2025 at 12:06 AM Beautiful poetry Susan, a wonderful journey it takes the reader on. Congratulations oon having received the honour of poem of the day…. Beryl Susan Lawrence July 30, 2025 at 6:58 PM Dear Beryl , Thank you for taking this journey with me ! I appreciate your visit and comments. Hugs, Susan :)

Victor Buhagiar July 26, 2025 at 10:37 PM Mesmerizing poem, so full of emotions and imagery. So deserving of a POTD. Susan Lawrence July 30, 2025 at 6:57 PM Hi dear Victor ! I have missed your poems . Looking forward to visiting you soon . Grateful for your presence. Thank you . Big hugs, Susan :)

Me Me July 26, 2025 at 8:31 PM You poem is certainly one of a kind , luck of the draw, good jib Susan Lawrence July 30, 2025 at 6:55 PM Hi Me Me . Thank you for your visit and comments ! All the best to you , Susan :)

Anne-Lise Andresen July 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM - A beautiful poem, Susan :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs Susan Lawrence July 29, 2025 at 5:18 PM Dear Anne-Lise, Happy for your visit. Thank you ! Big hugs to you, Susan :)

David Kavanagh July 26, 2025 at 12:45 PM Congratulations Susan on your out of body experience POTD, makes me want to watch the Avatar movie again, beautifully written piece, with so many unique standout lines, fully deserving of today’s accolade, cheers David Susan Lawrence July 29, 2025 at 5:17 PM Dear David, Wonderful to have you visit and journey with me. Thank you thank you. Grateful to step out of space and time through words. Hugs, Susan :)

I Am Anaya July 26, 2025 at 11:23 AM How I’ve missed your moving poetry, you are a beautiful soul Susan You’ve transformed the power of the pink butterfly, delectably and completely tuned us into your mystic journey, love as you so eloquently describe Like many a fantasy one can only visualize, imagery so kind, sensuality divine I was filled with your joyful sentiments as I joined in the circle embracing as one You give us freedom from earthly limitations and the aspiration to reach a higher state of being Congratulations on a wonderous POTD! Welcome back poetess Wishing you loving vibrations and xhugs_Anaya Susan Lawrence July 29, 2025 at 7:56 AM Oh Anya, Your comments wash over me and make me smile...I so appreciate you seeing me and us through this journy of love. Yes it is possible to reach a higher state of being. For the heart does not have a limit and can continue to expand indefinitely. I so appreciate your loving thougts and words. You make me soar and fly with a smile on my face. Embracing you now dear one ! Thank you for taking this journey with me. In gratitude for you. xx Susan :)

Paula Goldsmith July 26, 2025 at 10:40 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Pink Butterflies" write. I love butterflies and your line, "Pink clouds of butterflies surround them." Have a blessed day with your win........... Susan Lawrence July 29, 2025 at 7:48 AM Hi dear Paula, So nice to see you here ! Thank you for your comments. Yes to be surrounded with pink butterflies..It makes me smile at the thought. Hugs and all good wishes, Susan :)

Brandy Nicole July 26, 2025 at 9:34 AM Susan, I wanna be surrounded by ' pink clouds. ' Just the thought of drifting in a sky filled with *strawberry* clouds, well, that's what this reminds me of- it leaves me smiling so big. :) Your words are beyond beautiful. They hold depth, meaning and passion. A soothing calm. If I close my eyes, I am there. Congratulations my dear sweet friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy Susan Lawrence July 29, 2025 at 7:47 AM Dear Brandy, Your sweet presence is so lovely to receive! Thank you for taking this journey with me and floating with your eyes closed and being there. I am grateful for your strawberry cloud comment and your big smile! Big hugs, Susan :)

Susan Ashley July 26, 2025 at 7:55 AM Dearest Susan, my soulful poetry sister and time-travel companion, I adore the return of your white-winged spirit and resonant poetic voice, that echoes through time and space and through souls past and present, to reverberate in the pages of Poetry Soup once again. I have missed your graceful presence and soulful poetry so much! The power on your verse leads me into a golden meditation where our souls mingle with ancient and young energy and emotion where we are enlightened and rejuvenated. Such a sense of beauty and comfort washes over me as we journey through the tender strength of your poem. In gratitude to you and your empathic and healing artistry. Congratulations for your poem's honor with POTD! Such a worthy choice, my dear poetry creator, friend and sister. Warmest wishes and love sent to you on pink butterfly wings.. ~Susan Susan Lawrence July 29, 2025 at 7:43 AM You touch my soul dear Susan with your heart, your indepth knowlege, your inspired time travel through many livetimes, your 6th sense, your awe and your pain, your passion and your laughter. Thank you for the gift of you. I adore your spirit and marvel and am inspired by your talent. Thank you for seeing me revealed in my words ... I appreciate you more than I can say. Hugs, Blessings and love sent on pink wings. :)

Anne Winter July 26, 2025 at 7:50 AM Very well penned! Congratulations on POTD! Enjoy your special day :) Susan Lawrence July 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM Hi dear Anne, Thank you so much for your visit and congratulations. Heading to read your Breakfast poem soon ! All the best, Susan :)

Bill Baker July 26, 2025 at 6:36 AM Back to say Congratulations on tour POTD honor, Susan. This was a beautiful and deserving poem for this honor. Enjoy your special day of recognition, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill Susan Lawrence July 27, 2025 at 6:13 PM Thank you dear Bill . I appreciate you so very much . I look forward to reading more of your poems soon . Always inspired by you . Blessings, Susan :)

John Lawless July 26, 2025 at 4:57 AM WOW....and a an authentic Boston "WICKED AWESOME"...loved this, it slowed me, invited me to participate in its soothing beauty....THANK YOU. Susan Lawrence July 27, 2025 at 5:44 PM Dearest John , Thank you .. thank you . Your comments brought a big smile to my face ! I am thrilled you were able to slow down and enjoy the journey with me. Big hugs, Susan :)

Tania Kitchin July 26, 2025 at 4:38 AM Susan, wonderfully penned, love your journey. Congratulations on POTD. Susan Lawrence July 27, 2025 at 9:54 AM Hi dear Tania, so happy to see you here! Have a beautiful day and thank you so much for your visit and comments. Hugs, Susan.

sara Etgen-Baker July 26, 2025 at 3:25 AM I enjoyed the smooth flight of this poem. Wow and congrats on your POTD designation! Susan Lawrence July 27, 2025 at 9:42 AM Hi dear Sara, So happy to see your comment! I appreciate your presence and am looking forward to reading more of your lovely poems. Big hugs, Susan :)

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