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The Potential of Light and Darkness

Light seems brightest when seen in the darkest dark. Yet darkness can be all but eliminated by the brightness of light. When in a balanced contrast, each is often seen clearer. Although their differences when compared are quite stark, Both darkness and light have the potential to provide great insight. Each has qualities that can make things seem dearer. Once while meditating on a bench in the park, I had a sensation of my soul taking flight. Wisdom and Truth suddenly seem nearer. Through space and time, I flew like a lark. I tried to remain there with all my might. Guided by the light, I wasn’t the steerer. From darkness or light, the Truth you’ll still see. Truth is at home inside both you and me. We’re guided through life by our destiny.

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Lisa Ricci

Date: 4/12/2022 10:04:00 AM

Dear Bill - Hi. You are quite the thinker who knows how to arrange words and thoughts. If you read back your own words you will see how true it is regarding both light and darkness etc. Thank you for sharing with us. It was a pleasure to read. Now just set me up for 4am with all her darkness and through the stillness there will be light in every way. Blessings always

Bill Baker
Date: 4/12/2022 2:14:00 PM

Thank you for taking the time to read so many of my poems, Lisa. I know it's hard to read many by one poet with so many poets on this sight. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/31/2022 11:03:00 AM

You write beautifully my friend, my very first poem that I wrote was called Darkness - I was a teenager in 1970. thank-you for your brilliant comments and kind visits, blessings and hugs, - for whoever reads this poem, they are blessed. Jennifer.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/31/2022 4:52:00 PM

I'm so comforted by your thoughts and comments, Jennifer. I guess we know people better here than in our off-line lives sometimes. There's a lot of sharing from the heart here. I feel encourage to grow and write better poetry. My heart just forces me to write before I'm ready sometimes. Have a joyful day, Bill

Valsa George

Date: 3/29/2022 10:21:00 PM

Light and darkness are two sides of life ! Light is accentuated by darkness and darkness can be dispelled by light ! In a way both are needed to get the real picture ! A poem of great depth and meaning, Bill !

Bill Baker
Date: 3/30/2022 7:33:00 AM

Thank you for your insightful comments, Valsa. Peace be with you, Bill

I Am Anaya

Date: 3/29/2022 11:33:00 AM

Realization, very important for one's balance. When we recognize karma, it's like a slap in the face, you've awakened! It's the grey areas that are the weak one's realm of denial and such things. Very nice poem Bill

Bill Baker
Date: 3/29/2022 4:34:00 PM

Thank you for your mindful comments, I Am Anaya. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Susan Lawrence

Date: 3/29/2022 8:14:00 AM

Bill, Yes so very true. Poignant words. I love the flight you took when in surrender. So much revealed. Light and Darkness are part of the same circle. Reflecting and illuminating revealing truth. Blessings, Susan :)

Bill Baker
Date: 3/29/2022 4:33:00 PM

Thank you, Susan. Like Ying and Yang. Your comments are always welcome. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Mike Gentile

Date: 3/29/2022 4:05:00 AM

As long as we recognize the Truth when we see it, we will be ok! Your poem is so thoughtful and thought provoking and I like how it makes we ponder! Excellent Bill! Happpy Tuesday !!

Bill Baker
Date: 3/29/2022 4:30:00 PM

Thanks, Mike. My thoughts make me wonder too. lol Have a great week! Bill

Anselmo Boles

Date: 3/28/2022 8:12:00 PM

A very well-balanced depiction of Darkness and Light ( Hope and Joy), Realization and Truth (Acceptance and Enlightenment! Well done Bill...

Bill Baker
Date: 3/29/2022 4:31:00 PM

Thank You, Anselmo. Your thoughts and comments are insightful and encouraging. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Judy Ball

Date: 3/28/2022 7:05:00 PM

Well said Bill. Seems to me that the darkness draws us to the Light. This a a great poem filled with truth and great insight. God Bless, JB

Bill Baker
Date: 3/28/2022 7:36:00 PM

Thank you, Judy. I can tell you really understand this poem. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Debra L Brown

Date: 3/28/2022 6:31:00 PM

Bill, I enjoyed the poem. Sunlight is the best disinfectant. It brings the truth out. Blessings ~ Debra

Bill Baker
Date: 3/28/2022 7:35:00 PM

I agree, sunlight is very uplifting. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Marco Chies

Date: 3/28/2022 5:39:00 PM

a beautiful poem, Bill

Bill Baker
Date: 3/28/2022 7:34:00 PM

Thank you, Marco. Have a great week! Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/28/2022 4:59:00 PM

Wow! How profound! We need both the darkness and the light to discover the Truth. Truth does dwell inside....comforting. Thanks for your poem!

Bill Baker
Date: 3/28/2022 5:11:00 PM

Thank you, Sara, for reading and commenting on all of my poetry! You're the best! Love and hugs, Bill