Linda Alice Fowler Poet Rhyme

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The Other Door

I read in the paper today –
another religious occult.
Oxymoronic term, I thought,
but then don’t each intend to sway
the non-believers to their way?

So which is the righteous path?
Spiritual? Hysterical?
Are the two paradoxical?
Homo-empath? Psychopath?
Which is correct? Impart no wrath.

Faith is the answer I believe.
In my heart of hearts, I hold dear
a sparkling picture crystal clear –
the sturdy fabric of my weave.
Another course I can’t conceive.

And those who stray their center core,
I pray you find your way again
with straighter path than you began
and clearer focus seeking more
than walking through the other door.

NOTE: Inspired by "…remember that Jesus wants spiritual fruits, not religious nuts.” Quote from the book August Moon: Humor and Hijinks by Jess Lourey.

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Cal Bambi The Word Artist November 30, 2022 at 2:09 PM Linda Alice Fowler has a nice ring to it. I enjoyed reading this a great message. Faith is when you close your eyes and open your heart. Keep writing your thoughts are enjoyable. Cal BambiA Linda Alice Fowler November 30, 2022 at 2:23 PM Thank you Mr. Cal. :) Nice to see you here. Thanks for the visit and comments!

Andrea Dietrich September 25, 2022 at 8:21 PM It's amazing to me how many religions turn into actual cults, particularly here in Utah, with the nutcase offshoots of Mormonism. Scientologists, and so many others. It's very sad that people can be brainwashed by such nonsense! Linda Alice Fowler September 26, 2022 at 6:03 AM I agree Andrea. People need to think, investigate, learn, make wise choices.

Bj Legros Kelley September 25, 2022 at 9:45 AM This is a very good and insightful poem, one must be careful, that is for sure. The quote at the bottom was definitely a good one to keep in mind as well!! I hope you are having a beautiful Sunday Linda <3 Linda Alice Fowler September 26, 2022 at 6:01 AM Hi Betty Jo! Thanks for the visit and comments. Sunday was great :) Hope your week goes smoothly. Linda

Bill Baker September 24, 2022 at 11:22 PM An awesome picture to set the mood for a fine poem. It was insightful and your thoughts were thought-provoking, Linda. Thanks for making me think. :-) Bill Linda Alice Fowler September 25, 2022 at 6:25 AM Shake it up Bill. :) Thanks for the visit and comments.

Sotto Poet September 24, 2022 at 8:10 AM Linda, your poetry was lovely and made me think. Thanks a lot for sharing. Linda Alice Fowler September 24, 2022 at 8:45 AM Good morning Lasaad. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. :) Linda

Valsa George September 23, 2022 at 8:21 PM "Faith is the answer I believe. In my heart of hearts, I hold dear"..... I too share your belief ! Faith in God can solve many of the present maladies..... not the fanatic and dogmatic faith, but faith in God and His goodness. Beautifully written Linda... Linda Alice Fowler September 24, 2022 at 7:35 AM Many thanks for your kind visit and comments Valsa. :) Linda

Thomas Wells September 23, 2022 at 3:52 PM I love the light-hearted way this poem handles religious cultism. There seems to be a never-ending supply of it. The quote at the end is quite amusing and places everything in context. Be well always, Linda! Linda Alice Fowler September 24, 2022 at 7:34 AM Thank you for visiting and for reading my work Thomas. I appreciate your comments :) Linda

Michael Tor September 23, 2022 at 12:30 PM Nicely written Linda... Linda Alice Fowler September 24, 2022 at 7:33 AM Many thanks friend Michael.

Rico Leffanta September 23, 2022 at 11:52 AM Isn't it a wonder how Native Americans managed to live such happy, productive lives without any religion or church? Aloha! Rico Leffanta September 25, 2022 at 11:44 AM Native Americans recognise no two people share the same beliefs, so each is permitted to believe what best suits them rather than conform to someone else's beliefs! Aloha! Linda Alice Fowler September 24, 2022 at 7:33 AM Native Americans follow a very spiritual life Rico. Most tribes do not have organized religion as we recognize such, but their religious ceremonies are intensely prayerful. IMHO, spirituality does not require a man-made place of worship, "church".

L Milton Hankins September 23, 2022 at 8:23 AM I enjoyed your delightful, thought-provoking poem, Linda. I like the quote, as well. Linda Alice Fowler September 23, 2022 at 9:39 AM Many thanks Milt. :)

Victor Buhagiar September 23, 2022 at 5:50 AM Jesus taught the populace about what God wants from us. They are written in the New Testaments. Any deviation is pure escape from faith. Linda Alice Fowler September 23, 2022 at 6:08 AM Good afternoon Victor. Nice to see you today. :) Thank you for visiting and commenting Linda

Gershon Wolf September 22, 2022 at 10:56 PM I've noticed lately that residents of Salem, MA -- white folks -- have bright green hair, giant tatoos all over their bodies, etc. --- and those are the ones who are employed. ~ Witches Pre-Halloween Psych-up Gershon Wolf September 24, 2022 at 6:42 PM I'll be eagerly awaiting 'Witch-ever' you write about, Linda! :) gw Linda Alice Fowler September 23, 2022 at 6:03 AM LOL I'm just warming up for October gw

Mystic Rose Rose September 22, 2022 at 6:34 PM lol He wants us enlightened not dogmatically robotically perfect, but flawed and open hearted, ready to believe, and accept, nicely penned, thank you for sharing this strong message of acceptance, Jesus, loved everyone, regardless of who and what they were, we ought to do the same, Linda Alice Fowler September 23, 2022 at 6:02 AM Yeppers Vie. Totally agree :) Thanks for visiting and commenting. Linda Alice