Stepping Lightly

Beneath the passage of the sun I surrender thoughts to a mindless haze and turn my eyes around to gaze upon the wave of rolling hills, where tender grass is ever growing-- Where cattle graze, with sounds of lowing among the fragrant flowers, wild I will smile and play, just like a child.. and will try my best, with careful step to crush not life, not even one... For in the blades of tender grass that turns to gold upon the fall are villages, in burrows small Their lives must count, both great and small, where smallest ants cast long dark shadows, and workers strive to build a shelter Each precious life, that forges hallows are made by God, forever hallowed I will smile and play, just like a child.. and will try my best, with careful step to crush no life, not even one...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Thirtyseven Avatar
February 19, 2015 at 4:53 AM
Carrie the contest was a pleasure to run, and poems like these are what made it so. Thanks for the entry.
Richards Avatar
February 19, 2015 at 10:08 AM
Thank you once again, Scott for the challenge and inspiration!!
Haight Avatar
February 16, 2015 at 3:35 PM
I love this poem, Carrie. Such sensitivity for the smallest of God's creatures. A 1st place win for me! Fav+7. Hugs, Sandra
Jones Avatar
February 16, 2015 at 2:02 PM
Congratulations on your win
A  Avatar
February 16, 2015 at 12:59 AM
Carrie, CONGRATULATIONS, on your Win*** Love **SKAT
Kendrick Avatar
February 15, 2015 at 4:49 PM
Creative way to present this winning work..I enjoyed reading ..Congrats...Sara
Allison Avatar
February 15, 2015 at 10:34 AM
Beautifully penned Carrie I love the wise words in the final stanza:-) Hugs Jan x
Chutani Avatar
February 15, 2015 at 3:19 AM
so very thoughtful, Carrie. Nice sentiments and a fine win. Congrats. Mohan
Carmack Avatar
February 14, 2015 at 10:47 PM
My favorite of those I have read so far for this contest. Congrats Carrie.
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September 19, 2013 at 4:22 AM
Big congrats on your third place win Carrie that's a well deserved win!!!
A  Avatar
September 18, 2013 at 2:22 PM
congratulations................. luv ~SKAT~
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September 13, 2013 at 9:14 AM
Carrie, , stopping by with hugs & smiles:-) xox (-: CONGRATULATIONS :) on your win. Enjoy my blog "You know where my heart is" when you have time. http://www.poetrysoup.com/poetry_blogs/blog_detail.aspx?BlogID=15906&PoetID=18720 Always & Forever xox-Linda-xox
Williams Avatar
May 17, 2012 at 4:12 PM
Carrie vivid picture, difficult task though,I like it..David
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May 17, 2012 at 3:52 PM
Love this poem of yours..the feeling of warmth inside!!
Sivey Avatar
May 17, 2012 at 2:57 PM
This is a fabulous write my friend! What a wonderful and outstanding poem you have written here! I just love the line, "and will try my best, with careful step" this line shows much compassion and heartfelt sympathy towards others! I just love your write immensely! Great Work!!
Rhinem Avatar
May 17, 2012 at 2:33 PM
Smile ˜ You Know, My Dear Precious Priceless Beautiful Carrie * Sometimes When Viewing Anothers Words, One Becomes Blessed To Read Them Amid A Profound & Touching Light * As If They Penetrate & Come To Life Inside; Becoming One It Feels, With The Writers Heart, Spirit & Soul * Whether Or Not They Are Truly Upon Page Isn't Of The Most Importance * Yet What Is, Is The Love * This Is A Very Beautiful Poem, By A Beautiful Lady Sooo Very Gifted, Whom I Have Loved Since I First Set Eyes Upon Her Priceless Beauty * A Wonderful In Soul Touchings Favourite, By A Beautiful Poetic Queen * My Love to You, Forever; John!:) ˜
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May 17, 2012 at 2:46 PM
...."BYE 'PRINCESS!'" *
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