Self portrait

How may we describe the fragrance of our soul,
which dwells within this earth vessel we adorn,
as we shape shift, hoping one day to feel whole,
noticing that we are with each breath reborn,
whilst enacting playfully, our ordained role,
nonchalant in tempests of both praise and scorn?
Transcending opposites, we’ve reclaimed soul’s light,
with love drenched heart pulsating with bliss delight.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Deschler Avatar
January 9, 2024 at 4:28 PM
A beautiful self portrait and a good lesson on how to live one's life... Very, very well written :)
Seeker Avatar
January 9, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Thank you, Kelly
Empress Avatar
January 9, 2024 at 12:56 AM
This hits home! So well written dear seeker! I love your rhymes too and depth of what you’ve delivered for self portrait. Especially felt and resonated with “ as we shape shift, hoping one day to feel whole, noticing that we are with each breath reborn” your poems emanate light that truly touches readers soul! Pleasure reading your work. Best wishes for the contest
Seeker Avatar
January 9, 2024 at 3:10 AM
Thank you, dear IE. Your encouraging comments enable me to continue :)
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