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Take Time to Stay

Fuchsia gives light to the cobalt blue sky   
As the doves sing a lullaby
One tree frog croak while cricket chirps
And woodpecker's cymbals add their touch 

Close your eyes and feel the cool
Open your heart, let the damp morn in
Enjoy the touch and feel that's so real
Be in the moment, a chance to relish, feel

Negative emotions that are inside let them release
Open your soul to all nature's peace
As doves rear their squab
Soon fly away in the bevy

Ignore the survival in the wild
Sit, soak up the atmospheric pleasure awhile
Rest and let life pass by
Just a moment or two, give it your best

Time to revel in beauty, grace, quiet and stillness
Just a few minutes prepares one for the day
Nature invites take time to pray

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Rowena Velasco

Date: 8/3/2025 6:48:00 AM

Such a peaceful, soul-soothing read. I could feel the cool air and hear the doves and crickets as if I were there. This poem is a gentle reminder to pause, breathe, and find stillness in the beauty around us. Thank you for this quiet blessing.

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:47:00 AM

Rowena, I am uplifted to know that this work was a quiet blessing for you. We all need those quiet blessings in our lives. Sara K

Valsa George

Date: 8/3/2025 6:44:00 AM

The early hours of morn is the most peaceful time to enjoy the beauty of nature and the slow stirring of life. Birds and small animals begin their activities early after their night's rest. This is the time to revel in beauty and grace. Don't be in a hurry to take up the chores of the day. Close your eyes and enjoy the quiet. It's the best time for prayer too. Beautiful thoughts dear Sara.

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:45:00 AM

I appreciate your advice, Valsa. To take the time for me early in the morning. I need that to make it through the day. I feel blessed to have you stop by. Sara K

John Fleming

Date: 8/3/2025 5:34:00 AM

Very soothing, Sara. A real pleasure to read. :) john

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:44:00 AM

I am delighted that you enjoyed it, John. Thanks for the visit. Sara K

Eileen Manassian

Date: 8/3/2025 12:58:00 AM

Loved the imagery. Loved the symphony of nature through your words. I took it all in. Thanks for sharing.

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:44:00 AM

I appreciate the kind review, Eileen. I hope you listen a little more closely to nature to see what you can hear and see. Sara K

Howard Kerr

Date: 8/2/2025 11:33:00 PM

Sara, I really enjoyed this picturesque piece and the sound principles involved. Immaculate scene capture Howard

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:42:00 AM

Why, thank you, Howard. So inspiring for you to drop by. Sara K

Len Gasun

Date: 8/2/2025 11:20:00 PM

This is a gorgeous and excellent poem with a lovely guiding-light to everyday living & to start a new day. I like it very much and goes to my fave. Thanks a lot for this precious gem, for sharing your talent with us too and your love. Sorry for the late visit my dearest poet friend Sara. Got an accident few wks ago. But, Thanks God, I'm ok now.Have a lovely wkend/new week ahead dear! God bless you always. Hugs

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:41:00 AM

Len, I am saddened to hear of you being in an accident, but it is wonderful that you are doing well now. Our son-in-law was in a bad accident several months ago and he is still having problems. A large truck like an 18-wheeler pulled out in front of him but he could not do enough avoidance maneuvers to stop the impact. I feel for him in his long recuperation to better health. I am honored that you would fav this one. Sara K

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 8/2/2025 5:23:00 PM

I loved the softness, encouragement, and comfort of your poem. I find having a daily dose of nature balances me. Your poem suggests doing just that. When I go outside to walk, I put my mind on pause and pray. Well penned, Sara K. Wishing you a pleasant evening, Sara B

Sara Kendrick
Date: 8/3/2025 9:28:00 AM

Sara B, it is wonderful that you enjoy nature and get a blessing from enjoying it. I found it was good to pray when I was able to go for walks. Now since I can't run with the big dogs, I have to sit on the porch. Sara K