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Gentle ripples of clear water trace the banks
Where there are stones washed perfectly smooth
By the silent waves caressing their sleek veneer
And whispering echoes of tenderest serenity
Through the air that is so very fresh and clean

Bright, hot embers burn inside the circle
Where coals have turned the wood to heat
Warming the chilliness with breaths of hope
Brought on by the knowledge that everyone
Who visits this place will feel the grace here

Smoke drifts up toward a dark, evening sky
Stars surfacing in the distance, twinkling, dancing
Laughing at the moon who is lighting the night
With the assurance that there is true love living
Inside the hearts of those who share their feelings

Scents of grilling and insect repellant and night
Sooth the spirit with a sigh of contentment that is
Like peace freeing the soul to move toward insight
Into inspiration, elation, a haunting mystery growing
In honesty and praise, worshiping the One who saves

Enlivening and exciting, reflections of dreams invite me
To share my heart and soul, my inner faith and hope
Everything that gives and knows that real love unfolds
Among the ones who are willing to let go of their inhibitions
And fulfill their destiny with prayers for strength and wisdom

Nocturnal creatures lift their voices to sing through the dusk
Owl, opossum and raccoon make their presence known 
Capturing their prey without creating any fuss or protest
With only their senses and purpose aroused, they whisper 
Revelations of insights that only the wild creation experiences

God’s wisdom comes alive in the brilliant ebony of nightfall
Reminding hearts just why there is nature’s beauty to enchant
And delight, inspire the hope for tomorrow’s insight into 
The future – where wisdom grows and freedom flows with 
A sigh of whimsical pleasure at sharing in God’s creativity







STRAND COMPLETELY NEW (10),any form,any theme Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Brian Strand
July 16, 2020

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Date: 7/19/2020 7:14:00 PM
A splendid write, Regina:-) I thoroughly enjoyed and faved it! I just wrote a haiku called "Night Camping." Good luck in Brian's contest!
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Date: 7/19/2020 3:43:00 PM
The imagery in your words is just brilliant... Love the journey your poem took me on...
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Date: 7/17/2020 7:49:00 PM
Gina, I loved the sights, sounds, and scents of the summer campsite. Brings back wonderful memories of many wonderful camping experiences I've enjoyed. Congrats on your top win ~ John
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Date: 7/17/2020 8:34:00 AM
Such a very inspiring piece dear Regina... I imagine myself stress debriefing in that -polace..Great camping! Congratulations on your TOP WIN!
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Date: 7/17/2020 3:08:00 AM
Gina, this part alone is a brilliant poem. "Nocturnal creatures lift their voices to sing through the dusk Owl, opossum and raccoon make their presence known Capturing their prey without creating any fuss or protest With only their senses and purpose aroused, they whisper Revelations of insights that only the wild creation experiences" Brilliant imagery!
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