The Red Road

The Shaman sits upon the sand,
the sand of ocher clay;
between the walls of ruins tall,
where ancient one did lay.

The sky above, the earth between;
took in her sincere pleas
tinksha’s toned, soft flutes droned,
her mantra’s dire decree.

To be the light on darkened paths,
within the night belayed;
and be the brave dark in the glow,
of God’s pristine light portrayed.

Her life long work no sacrifice 
a love of mankind to display.

*One may be of any race or of almost any religion 
and walk the Red Road. The Good Red Road is a path,
a way of living. It's full meaning is the way one acts, 
the methods one uses, and what directs one's doing.
There is more to the Red Road than spoken word 
or written words on paper. It is behavior, attitude, 
a way of living, a way of "doing" with reverence - 
of walking strong yet softly, so as not to harm 
or disturb other life. The Red Road is a pathway to truth,
peace and harmony.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 9:42 PM
Hey, I am finally seeing the winners of this contest. Congrats, Deb. This was a lovely winner.
Austin Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 7:36 AM
Yes! I love your philosophy. One need only follow the practical tenets of any great master and be fulfilled. What I sort of mean is that I am frightened at the idea of religious fanaticism. Love, Dave.
Tideswell Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 4:39 AM
I love the meter and flow of this piece, a pleasure to read. Congratulations on your deserved win ~ Sharon :)
Chu Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 3:02 PM
Wow. How are you doing, Deborah? Your writing is always puts a smile on my face. Getting better, too. This poem is going to my faves.
Fraser Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 10:17 AM
Deborah, many congratulations on your win in Carolyn's contest >> James
Troyer Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 8:52 AM
This poem has lovely depth and speaks with its tone and reverance. Thanks.
Roberts Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 8:30 PM
lovely , congrats on your win
K. Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 4:13 PM
This sure is a very vivid piece, really enjoyed reading this--beautiful way of describing what you do-- congrats on your win :) -- nikko :)
Conway Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 10:41 AM
Hey Debbie-Wonderful write, I've never heard it put quite that way before, I''m going to have to look into it! I just got my book released last week, here is the address if you want to check it out!http://www.publishamerica.net/product119464.html ~Tirzah~
Mannan Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 5:17 AM
A beautiful piece. many congratulations on this win.
Falotico Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 4:18 AM
Congrats on your win!!!! lovely write...luv Michael
Dietrich Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 11:43 PM
This is very nice, Deb, and I think your meter is only getting better and better. LUv, Andrea
Mehta Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 7:57 PM
Congratulations on the fourth place , Deb
Freeman Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 7:12 PM
Cool Lady! I like your thoughts on the "Red Road" is more important than what one in youth first considers. Congratulations on your success in the contest. Agape, Moses
Scripca Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 6:33 PM
Congratulations on your win in Carolyn Devonshire's contest. Love, iolanda
Brown Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 5:25 PM
Congratulations on your win in Carolyn Devonshire's contest Deb. Love Carol
Gorelick Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 4:43 PM
What a lovely piece..your always teaching me something...congrats on your win. BG
Johnson Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 4:00 PM
I learn something every time I turn to this site. Thanks for the education and congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
Haick Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 3:51 PM
My congratulations on your great 4th Place Win, Deb. Peace, Audrey
Sweetheart Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 3:19 PM
Congrats Debbie on your big win in the Work contest.. a magnificent write and super win for u to enjoy this happy weekend with luv...
Richards Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 2:34 PM
Aha!! So glad to see this landed at the top of the winner's list! Who could not win taking the Red road to truth peace and harmony? Congratulations for leading us along! :)
Devonshire Avatar
September 10, 2010 at 1:38 PM
I didn't know much about the work of a Shaman, Deb, but this seems like a very worthwhile occupation -- bringing spiritual enlightenment to promote peace and harmony. Well done! Congratulations on your win! Love, Carolyn
Beesley Avatar
September 9, 2010 at 6:03 PM
good is the red road soaked in blood?
Segal Avatar
September 9, 2010 at 12:39 AM
Beautiful write with truth! how's you? thank you for your comment! i'm not sure which blog you want me to comment on? lots of love Simone
Matthews Avatar
September 8, 2010 at 3:33 PM
Excelent write and use of wording, i enjoyed it very much ...... thanks
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