The Journey Within

 
 “The Path towards REMEMBERING is not for the weak. It is priceless. Move inwards, without faltering & know that you are held.” Poet
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journey within is strewn with jagged edges
    and jewels
both can lead to detours 
walking a straight and narrow path one 
      traverses own jungle untamed
lame sometimes becomes our resolve
       not to forge ahead beyond crags or rags
is not an option once undertaking begins
screams may merge with songs or dreams
cream alongside starvation or salvation   
a luminous beckoning lighthouse at end of tedium slogs hold us steady
        often makes us heady
in solitude with faith we need make no haste               
knowingness with Heart’s compass surely                
        keeps us safe
neither hazard or hurdle makes us curdle
Soul the master of destined fate never late
to turn cherished key into jewelled Home 
       within is majestic prize to win 
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Crandall Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 6:09 PM
The journey within is strewn with jagged edges and jewels - yes that seems true to me. I think I'm due for a journey, but I can sense those jagged edges.
Daniels Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Thankyou for visit, David. Don’t mind the jagged edges. You have more than enough skills to navigate them. Much light your way. (Remember Nike slogan ? Just do it !)
Hind Avatar
August 14, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Inspiration incarnate, I loved this! It has power.
Godwin Avatar
August 14, 2025 at 5:23 AM
Lovely and enticing, inviting my poetry joy. I enjoyed this very much. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
Daniels Avatar
August 14, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Hugs returned CayCay & congrats on your marathon placings. Didn’t have a chance 2 read your gifts yet, but will do. X.
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