Sacred Mother

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NOTE: Some might say I am a "mutt" because I have such a mixed lineage. As far as Native American goes, I am Cherokee, Blackfeet and Melungean. I also have a Scottish and African heritage. I relate much more to my native side, and sometimes "dream in Indian". That is the essence of this poem; to respect those who went before me and who are living now honoring our heritage.

My people walk upon the Earth gently, respectful of those who walked before whose atoms mingle in the stardust sprinkled from shore to shining shore. My people hold Her sacred, and cling to a long-chanted prayer that all who walk upon Her face will find sacred teachings there. My people feel Her spiraling rhythms And Ghost Dance to Her holy hum. We touch Her face ever gently with Unsquelched tears of countless sum. She bows her noble, gray head to acknowledge The many who have been lost, and none can count the blessings wasted of their lives forever and savagely tossed. She no longer sings of murder. She longs for quiet and peaceful fires. Her green and blossoming outstretched arms Strong now, promise hopeful and lovely spirals. It is upward from her dust that we must look for peace And open our heart past hate and vengeance. Now is our time to dance and welcome back The sacred Mother of splendid vestal visage.

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Beryl Edmonds

Date: 11/19/2024 10:28:00 AM

Chula, we are who we are and all live and die, so all should be treated with the respect that everyone deserves. Enjoyed the read… Beryl

John Read

Date: 11/17/2024 5:31:00 AM

If you go back further enough, we are all a mixture of different cultures, starting from Adam and Eve until now, we're all God's children.

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 7/22/2024 4:39:00 PM

Lovely poem. Glad you've joined this community. I welcome you to read my poem, 'Mitochondria' I think you just might like it. Thanks for sharing.

Chula Schlesinger-Fleming
Date: 7/23/2024 8:18:00 AM

Hi, again..thought you might like "Mysterious Feminine" poem, which is somewhat like your "Mitochondria".

Chula Schlesinger-Fleming
Date: 7/23/2024 4:16:00 AM

Nice to meet you, Benjamin. I did like Mitochondria! All encompassing. Great write. Look forward to reading more of your work. Thanks for reaching out.

Beata Agustin

Date: 7/4/2024 1:40:00 AM

Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Chula Schlesinger-Fleming
Date: 7/4/2024 4:10:00 AM

Thanks so much, Beata. I appreciate that. I look forward to reading your poetry. Be Blessed as well.