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The Influence of God

Hold me in your eyes,
look upon me in tender interlude
embrace me in the center of your dawning light.
Let your essence speak
and whisper sweet nothings 
- or - stirring somethings
to my soul

the power and purity of your poetry thrills me!

Awaken my being with a new palette
of mellow musings
and watercolor whimsies.
Plant virgin taste buds to bloom anew
to taste life, as if, for the first time 
reborn, with a constant craving of never getting enough.

To make pearls out of grit
is to make sorrow and hardship a thing of beauty.

Copyright © Susan Ashley | Year Posted 2018

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L. J. Carber Date: 2/21/2022 3:50:00 PM A beautiful poem, evoking both the Great Mystery of Divine Being and the lesser but still amazing mystery of our own sentience... Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 3/11/2022 6:23:00 PM My dear friend, Nolo, thank you for your beautiful and insightful comments. It's always such a pleasure when you visit me. Please accept my apologies for my late reply.. life's commitments have kept me too busy and away from PS and wonderful friends like you! I hope all is well with you, dear poet. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Patrick Ituma Date: 10/12/2019 1:48:00 PM Smile your skill of poetry marvels me, I liken you to the legends I read about in school. I will learn more Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 10/14/2019 9:18:00 AM I am humbled and honored by your generous kindness, Patrick. Both your visit and lovely comments are truly appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

L. J. Carber Date: 8/13/2019 4:11:00 PM ...echoes of the Song of Songs.. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/13/2019 9:07:00 PM You honor my humble work with your appreciation, L.J. I cherish your beautiful words. Thank you, my inspiring friend, for sharing your precious thoughts with me. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri Date: 8/14/2018 1:52:00 AM These are beautiful pearls of wisdom here, mighty CONGRATS on this inspiring awesome poem win! The title attracted me and your offering was so marvellous in content and wording. Indeed sorrows if life make more wonderful poetry which gives solace to express. So this was an appealing charming invocation to God wow! Warmest wishes pal. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/15/2018 8:38:00 PM Your comments are just beautiful, Zaynab, and it's as delightful to hear from you as it is to read your lovely poetry. I'm so pleased you enjoyed my poem. Thank you for your heartwarming words and kind congrats. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Larry Logan Date: 7/20/2018 4:18:00 PM A god few truly know, a god of giving rich life rather than pretty platitudes and rules written in stone. Lovely. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 7/20/2018 9:57:00 PM Thank you Larry for sharing your meaningful thoughts with me and for spending some time with my poem. Your precious comments are held in my truest appreciation as is your kindness. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan

John Hamilton Date: 6/11/2018 1:03:00 PM Wonderful writing Susan, and, belated congrats on your win! The influence of God is seen all around us, and in this write as well! Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 6/13/2018 10:27:00 AM Thank you John for your cherished comments. Challenges in life make for the most inspired soul and poetry.. I relish your wonderful thoughts and kindhearted congrats my talented friend! Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Cheryl Hoffman Date: 5/24/2018 7:47:00 AM Belated congrats on a beautiful write Susan; simply awesome!~Che :)PS You definitely have a God given talent for poetry! :) Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/25/2018 11:21:00 PM Che, your generous kindness is deeply appreciated. Thank you for your precious thoughts and warm words of congrats. Best wishes always, my friend. ~Susan

Kim Rodrigues Date: 5/23/2018 8:40:00 AM I love those last two lines! Congratulations, Susan! Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/23/2018 7:21:00 PM I relish your kindness, Kim. Thank you for your lovely comments and kind congrats. Warmest wishes and hugs ~Susan

Faraz Ajmal Date: 5/23/2018 6:39:00 AM Congratulations on your wonderful win, it is really a beautiful write and so perfect that nothing is left for commenting, simply beautiful Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/23/2018 7:20:00 PM Faraz, your precious comments are so endearing and appreciated.. thank you for spending time with my poetry, I am deeply humbled and honored by your kindness.. Warmest wishes ~Susan

Maria Williams Date: 5/20/2018 5:03:00 AM Oh wow Susan what can I say which hasn't been said already? Except that I see your astounding entry has placed first. And I couldn't be happier to see that. How I love those last two lines of yours, so meaningful my dear friend....Maria xxx Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/21/2018 8:10:00 PM My dear friend Maria, how wonderful it is for me see your lovely presence here. I relish your uplifting and beautiful comments. I'm so happy you love the last two lines, they hold a very special and deep significance for me. Your genuine kindness fills me with joy and appreciation for your friendship. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Line Gauthier Date: 5/19/2018 10:03:00 PM Lovely, Susan. Congrats on your well deserved first place finish. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/21/2018 8:02:00 PM Thank you, Line, for your awesome comments and kind congrats.. Warmest wishes. ~Susan

John Gondolf Date: 5/18/2018 12:11:00 PM Susan, back with congrats on this beautiful verse! All the best. John Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/18/2018 2:51:00 PM Thank you, John, for the pleasure of your return visit and your wonderful comments and kind congrats.. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Chris Hagy Date: 5/17/2018 3:42:00 PM Congratulations Susan...well deserved for this beautiful write :) Glad to see God is a winner yeah! Have a great day :) Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 4:28:00 PM Chris, your comments are uplifting and fill me with joy. Thank you for your kind congrats and for the delight of your visit. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Susan Gentry Date: 5/16/2018 8:38:00 PM Congratulations on your win with this beautiful poem. Inspirational, prayerful. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 10:51:00 AM Thank you for your uplifting comments, Susan. Your wonderful visit and heart-warming congrats is deeply appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Dean Wood Date: 5/16/2018 5:33:00 PM Wonderful alliteration in this piece Susan. Congratulations on this win! Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 10:49:00 AM Dean, I relish your visit and your kind-hearted comments and congrats. Thank you. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Carrie Richards Date: 5/16/2018 10:29:00 AM Exquisite poetry, Susan. !! Congratulations on your winning poem !! Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 10:46:00 AM Thank you, Carrie, for your exquisite comments and warm-hearted congrats. Your kindness is cherished. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

L. J. Carber Date: 5/16/2018 9:12:00 AM Quite lovely, both as a poem and a prayer-- the 1st 3 lines are a knockout! Congratulations Susan, on your much deserved win. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 10:44:00 AM L. J., thank you for your uplifting comments. The kindness of your comments and warm-hearted congrats is truly appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Dale Gregory Cozart Date: 5/16/2018 7:45:00 AM This is glorious. Congrats. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 10:42:00 AM Dale, your glorious comment and kind congrats thrill me! Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Winged Warrior Date: 5/16/2018 6:01:00 AM Back to Congrats!!!...a master is born...you can now quit your day job lol...love and light...^WW^ Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/17/2018 10:40:00 AM Lol! Winged Warrior, any excuse to quit my day job would be a great one! :)) You always make me smile, my talented friend. Thank you for the kindness of your sweet words ('master'.. idk about that lol!) and your heartwarming congrats. Warmest wishes always, my poetic brother.. ~Susan

Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/15/2018 8:07:00 AM Clap clap clap! A standing ovation. What a tremendous piece. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/15/2018 10:12:00 AM Hello, dear friend, Richard! I'm am honored and humbled by the generosity of your beautiful comments. I'm thrilled that you enjoyed my poem. Thank you for your wonderful kindness! Warmest wishes always, my friend. ~Susan

Paul Callus Date: 5/14/2018 10:58:00 AM Those who treat life with respect will find that every day comes with innumerable gifts that make it worth living. I pity those who keep looking through dark glasses, missing out on the beauty that speaks to our soul. Your poem is beautiful, Susan, and the ending lines shine with positivity. ~ Warm regards // paul Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/15/2018 10:07:00 AM Paul, your thoughtful and insightful comments overflow with a kindness and inspiration that gently fills my heart. Thank you for your beautiful and soulful sentiments and your wonderful presence here.. your friendship is treasured.. Warmest wishes and hugs, dear Paul.. ~Susan

Robert Pettit Date: 5/14/2018 8:14:00 AM Quite a colorful and descriptive write that conveys its message to the reader powerfully. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/15/2018 10:02:00 AM Thank you, Robert, for your wonderful visit and the kindness of your comments. I'm happy you enjoyed my poem.. Warmest wishes ~Susan

Nette Onclaud Date: 5/14/2018 8:06:00 AM a gracious melody like a warm prayer from the heart... this is so uplifting, susan!..huggs Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/15/2018 10:01:00 AM Nette, your beautiful comments are uplifting and warm my heart like a sunny day. Thank you for your endearing kindness. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

John Gondolf Date: 5/13/2018 12:58:00 PM Such elegant poetry with a beautiful message, Susan, warmest wishes to you my poetic friend. John Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/15/2018 9:59:00 AM John, your visits always bring a ray of sunshine to my day. Thank you for the kindness of your lovely comments. I'm so happy you enjoyed my poem.. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Pandita Sietesantos Date: 5/13/2018 9:16:00 AM My dear friend, like WW's comments below, "I bow to your brilliance!" This is another of your masterpieces - another manifestation of your poetic genius! Blessings and hugs. Pandita Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 5/15/2018 9:57:00 AM Thank you, my lovely friend, Pandita. Your generous praise honors and humbles me. I hold your kindness in deepest appreciation. Warmest wishes always, dear Pandita.. ~Susan

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