Gregory Richard Barden Poet Free verse

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Reverie of Wonder

"In the absence of complication,
     trials and tribulations become distant memories.
          Above sapphire skies delight sanguine eyes -
     inspiring forthcoming musings of the mind."

Does the moon not daub its porcelain glaze on every foolish lover?
     Does the rain not conceal the absinthian tears of each rent heart?
          Does the sun not bleach away the darkest ire of every forlorn soul?
     Does the dusk sky not blush for the pale of each weary spirit?

Consider, for a moment, how precious YOU are ...
     if you were the only cognizant human on this earth,
          the heavens would still shimmer with stars for your sake alone,
     each day would dawn with a glorious palette to please your sight ...

Every bird would weave its sonorous melody to grace your ears,
     the oceans would roar for the yearning of your unique spirit,
          and the very wind itself, would carry your name on its back!
     Rise, today, and contemplate the wondrous creation that is YOU ...

Celebrate the gifts of this Universe that spin for your sole worth,
     and say "thank you" to the heavens that you are made so extraordinary,
          with all the miraculous precision and intent that Creation could supply,
     breathe in the joy of existence, and exhale the jubilant appreciation ...

Of LIFE!







~ 1st Place ~  in the "Your Best Free Verse From 2019" Poetry Contest, John Hamilton, Judge & Sponsor.

~ 1st Place ~  in the "Complete The Poem - In The Absence Of Complication" Poetry Contest, Silent One, Judge & Sponsor.

* Many kind thanks to Silent One for the marvelous inspiration! This was written for a contest of his, and the prompt was the gorgeous first stanza that he provided. *

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Michelo Mweetwa February 6, 2020 at 10:26 PM No doubt one of my favorites. Congratulations! Gregory Richard Barden February 6, 2020 at 11:00 PM Many thanks to you, Michelo, I greatly appreciate the kind comments. Blessings, my friend! :o)

John Watt January 7, 2020 at 11:42 PM Gregory, a spot-on reminder of how awesome creation is. Being a music lover, I especially enjoyed "Every bird would weave its sonorous melody to grace your ears". Just gorgeous. Congrats on #1! ~ John Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:16 PM This is a wonderful comment, John - heartfelt and insightful, and I so greatly appreciate it! I am a musician first-and-foremost, (recording an album at present), so it would make sense that you perceive that. Blessings to you, My Friend! :o)

Eve Roper January 5, 2020 at 3:48 PM Congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:14 PM Many kind thanks to you, Eve - hugs back, My Friend! :o) <3

Brenda Chiri January 5, 2020 at 1:37 PM Gregory gorgeous piece! Congratulations on your top win!;) Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:13 PM That's very kind of you, Brenda, and I thank you for the comments, Friend! :o) <3

John Hamilton January 5, 2020 at 1:21 PM Congrats Greg on a stunning write! Where to begin to describe the beauty and complexity of this free verse? Simply awe inspiring, but of course the subject is worthy of awe inspiring words, so stunning. Congrats on a top win...again! Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:12 PM This means a lot to me, John ... as always, I was blessed to be a conduit for something much greater, and I thank you so much for always recognizing that quality that is not my own. I am so humbled to be that creative tool once-in-a-while. Blessings, Brother! :o)

Fred Jagenberg December 14, 2019 at 1:59 PM True sage beauty this fine one Greg. Congratulations. Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:10 PM Oh, that's very kind of you, Fred, and I thank you so much! Blessings! :o)

Juliet Ligon December 5, 2019 at 9:45 AM This is beautiful and uplifting. Congrats! Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:10 PM Many thanks to you, Juliet, it is so appreciated. Blessings Dear Poet! :o) <3

Anne-Lise Andresen December 2, 2019 at 3:06 AM - Congratulations on your TOP win, Gregory :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:09 PM Thank you so very much, Anne-Lise, I appreciate it! I love your new B&W avatar! Blessings, Friend! :o) <3

John Hamilton December 1, 2019 at 7:12 PM So good G, glad it got recognized by SO for a top win...one of your best, already faved this one! Didn't I tell you? Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:08 PM Hey, Brother, that's very kind of you, and I thank you so much - you are an invaluable friend to me, and one of the first here to reach out to me. Blessings, Dear Friend! :o)

Kim Rodrigues December 1, 2019 at 4:44 PM Beautiful, Greg! Especially love: if you were the only cognizant human on this earth,/the heavens would still shimmer with stars for your sake alone. CONGRATULATIONS! Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:07 PM Oh, that's so very nice of you, Kim, you are always so good to me. I'm so pleased you liked this one, and thank you very much, Friend! :o) <3

Heidi Sands December 1, 2019 at 3:44 PM Congratulations for your top win Gregory :) Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:06 PM Many kind thank you's, Heidi - blessings! :o) <3

Na Na December 1, 2019 at 3:42 PM Congrats on your winning poem Greg Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:05 PM Thank you very much, Gregory

Sandra Adams December 1, 2019 at 3:23 PM a stellar poem Greg, very deserving of your first place win...congratulations :) hugs Gregory Richard Barden January 8, 2020 at 9:05 PM Thank you so much, Sandra, your opinion is always a valued one, and I'm so pleased you liked my poem. Blessings! :o) <3

Silent One December 1, 2019 at 2:51 PM A great poem with so many fantastic lines.. the moon will daub its porcelain gaze on everyone... not just the fools who love... but the fools who do, well nothing... Congratulations on your first place in the contest.. Gregory Richard Barden December 2, 2019 at 5:19 AM (2) Your opinion is one I value here more than most, and that just adds to my joy. Blessings and humble thanks to you, Silent One! :o) Gregory Richard Barden December 2, 2019 at 5:15 AM Thank you so very kindly, my friend, I'm stuck in an airport and not able to reply to everyone but wanted to let you know how much this means. This poem was a labor of love and the echo of my Dad's passing, (that I am struggling so with), and to have it so recognized is very special.

Freddie Robinson Jr. November 26, 2019 at 8:05 AM WoW!! Spectacular poem, Mr. B! Breathe in the joy of existence ... yes, poet sir, will do. Love and best wishes for the holidays. Gregory Richard Barden December 2, 2019 at 5:18 AM Many kind thanks to you, Freddie, I so appreciate your kind words and sincere thanks as always for you taking the time to read and comment. Blessings, Buddy! :o)

John Hamilton November 25, 2019 at 1:58 PM This is one of your best yet G, what a masterful writer you are, this is a definite winner, I hope Silent appreciates it for what it is a masterpiece...a definite fave for me! Gregory Richard Barden December 2, 2019 at 5:17 AM You are very kind, John - don't know what I'd do without your support ... blessings, Brother! :o)

Regina Mcintosh November 25, 2019 at 12:56 AM Lovely, as is typical of your words. Many blessings and prayers, Love to you, Gina Gregory Richard Barden December 2, 2019 at 5:16 AM That's very kind of you, Regina, thank you so much! :o) <3

Connie Marcum Wong November 24, 2019 at 7:32 PM Your poetry is like music being played on unknown instruments that dwell in heaven. It leaves me breathless! I would honor this with POTW if I could! I am going to Fave it! Thank you for this lovely inspiring poem my friend. It brought me joy! : ) xxoo John Hamilton November 25, 2019 at 6:37 PM Poem of the year!

Na Na November 24, 2019 at 7:17 PM Very well written Greg. Best of luck in the contest. Thanks for sharing

Sunlite Wanter November 24, 2019 at 6:05 PM Oh, how uplifting and beautifully written!