The Mother's Loom

Dearest, why cry in vain to the black night 
fight its gentle intent to hold and rest. 
Why fear the loss of light thus malcontent? 
When ego is so false upon the loom. 

Dearest, what makes you think elation found
from harsh light will so frame your hearts delight?
Reality thus formed will not slay fright.
When ego goes so false upon the loom.

Dearest, husks of the Universal eye
soft grays will velveteen the fading light.
Walk on courageous in the Mother's night,
accept the silken comfort of the blur. 

All that is soft and gentle comes from Her.
Dearest Heart, loose yourself upon the loom.


*Dedicated to my friend Robin Gass 
and all those who fear dispersal in the dark.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 2/1/2012 6:28:00 PM
Well written,Debbie.Congratulations on your win.......Light and love...my dear friend...
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Date: 1/31/2012 10:18:00 PM
Congrats on this beautiful winner!! Blessings, Rhonda
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Date: 1/31/2012 5:18:00 PM
congrats on your win; this has a very 'classical' feel to it, and is beautifully written, very polished :-)
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Date: 1/31/2012 3:03:00 PM
Congratulations, Debbie, on your win! Beautiful words to express a dear friend. Lucky lady to have you as a friend. God bless, Maureen
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Date: 1/31/2012 1:29:00 PM
Congratulations on your win Debbie. Love, Carol
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Date: 1/31/2012 12:41:00 PM
Congratulations on your win Debbie.
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Date: 4/28/2010 2:11:00 PM
first thing my family asks when I tell them I have turned-out a new poem "is it dark?" like taking my temperature, they exclaim! if it is...I don't apologize! many sides of me need to air...this poem of yours is awesome art! you are so talented! my friend! (I withdrew my contest poem for further work when the moon is full....) jamesy (oh my! I'm on to an idea!)
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Date: 1/27/2010 6:41:00 AM
I am a nocturnal being, like a bat.... When the sun disappears I come to life..... Great visual write my friend... Keep up the good work.... Congrats on the feature.....:JP]
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Date: 1/27/2010 4:09:00 AM
Congratulations Deborah, on having your delightful poem featured this week. It was an enjoyable to read. Thanks for sharing. Lovingly, Dane
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Date: 1/25/2010 11:27:00 AM
Congratulations on your feature this week, Sincerely, Moses
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Date: 1/25/2010 11:03:00 AM
Many congrats on your featured piece this week. Rgds Janette
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Date: 1/25/2010 8:39:00 AM
Oh yes...I remember this poem....that line "reality thus formed will not slay fright" was a powerful, amazing phrase....only you could have done it this well! Congrats on this featured work...such a amazing tribute to dear Robin! ~
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Date: 1/25/2010 8:18:00 AM
Congrats on your feature poem this week Debbie Rgds Brian
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Date: 1/24/2010 9:29:00 PM
Congrats Debbie on your featured poem on the Soup this week... excellent choice... luv.. Linda-Marie..
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Date: 1/24/2010 4:53:00 PM
congrats on the featured poem, good one!!
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Date: 1/24/2010 2:08:00 PM
Many congratulations in you deserved featured poem this week, Deborah >> James
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Date: 1/24/2010 1:43:00 PM
Congratulations are your well deserved featured poem this week Deborah. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/27/2009 9:14:00 AM
Congratulations on being a first round winner and good luck in the semi finals. A very nice write. Caryl
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Date: 12/23/2009 9:35:00 PM
this fine poem has a blossom of inspiration that allows the reader to wrap themselves in comfort! nice effect! Deb! CONGRATS on reaching the finals with this artistic write! love, jimbo
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Date: 12/22/2009 12:10:00 PM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor and the best to you in the finals Deborah. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/22/2009 11:58:00 AM
Yes! Ego, that fearsome spider. Congrats on this selection in the contest. Love, daver
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Date: 12/21/2009 10:49:00 PM
Deb! This is a sensational sonnet. Congratulations on making it through the first round and best wishes on advancing to the finals. Love, Lainie
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Date: 12/21/2009 1:13:00 PM
Congratulations on your poem going to second round Deb. Sincerely, Love, Moses
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Date: 12/21/2009 9:06:00 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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Date: 12/21/2009 12:38:00 AM
Congrats on your first round contest success Debbie.Rgds Brian
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