Reflection of An Angel

I saw a reflection of an angel.
It was rather vague yet so real.
It told me a story of sanctity.
It told me a story of aged maturity.
It was beautiful.

I saw a reflection of an angel.
It was rather vague yet so real.
It held out its pure hand.
Reached for a strand of my weary hair.
Swiftly stroked it back and put it in its rightful place.
It was soothing.

I saw a reflection of an angel.
It was rather vague yet so real.
It took my hand and gently clasped it.
Pulled me up to stand on my feet;
And gently whispered…” this is how you start…”
It was strengthening.

I saw a reflection of an angel
It was rather vague yet so real.
It scooped my hands up in the air.
Slightly forced my head to tilt upward;
And with another whisper said..."This is how you surrender
To a much greater purpose”.
It was heartbreaking.

I saw a reflection of an angel.
It was rather vague yet so real.
It gently wiped away a tear.
Washed it away with warm waters.
Gently swiped my face with a towel of hope.
It was awakening. 

I saw a reflection of an angel.
It was rather vague yet so real.
It titled my head towards the mirror.
And gently whispered “this is a story of sanctity…
This is a strand of a life ahead full of exaltation;
A few feet away from healing that inspires;
This is a story of great surrender to pain
And welcoming of inner peace
This is a story of a gentle tear that will forever
Form a river of immersed hope;
It was divine fulfillment.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Lindley Avatar
July 3, 2014 at 10:04 AM
This is indeed a truly fantastic write!!!! I have to say bravo and bravoooooo!!
Rhinem Avatar
March 17, 2014 at 3:27 PM
....This Is A Story In Broken Pieces, Pedestals, Mantras Her Summer Breeze ~ His Cliff's Edge Their Valley Love's Cloak And, Destiny ~ Do You Believe This Martha ? .... I Am, The Resurrection And The Life: No One, Comes Unto `THE FATHER,` Except, Through, Me ~ So Don't Believe All The Imitation Generic Wish I Were But I'm Truly Not, Pseudo Wanna B's! ~ But You Girl, You Are Radiant And Beautiful And Your Painting Is, A Favourite To Be Treasured ~ My Love, Always & Forever, John
Rhinem Avatar
March 17, 2014 at 3:35 PM
........IT'S ALL IN THE KISS, BABY *:*(* BUT YOU BABY GIRL, YOU, YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL..........
Makama Avatar
March 15, 2014 at 2:00 PM
My God! This is such a wonderful piece. Definitely a 7 for me. Good work Herzel
Johnson Avatar
February 25, 2014 at 9:48 PM
Congratulations on a great win.
Mehta Avatar
February 25, 2014 at 4:45 AM
Congrats on the fine win. enjoyed the fine metrical composition,herzel
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February 25, 2014 at 4:18 AM
Herzel, , congratulations on your wonderful win - SKAT
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February 25, 2014 at 2:53 AM
- Contest judged: 2/24/2014 - Impress me - V (Old / New) Sponsored by: Giorgio A.V. - Congratulations on your winning poem - Pleased to read your poem, Herzel. - nice to join :) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Lamoureux Avatar
February 13, 2014 at 7:20 AM
This is beyond exceptional, I am moved by these words. God has smiled upon you!
Mamabolo Avatar
February 13, 2014 at 6:04 AM
Words of inspiration Herzel, beautiful...Lekau
Watson Avatar
February 12, 2014 at 9:18 AM
I see a reflection of an angel too . In the heart of the person who wrote this lovely poem, Daz
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