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The Virtue of Motion and Life

Rebirth glides -
a bee balm ballerina 
with dainty airs   
sails soft upon enchanted wisps
of Spirit’s blown kiss..
wandering a nectar network  
weaving amid shaggy blooms gilt-tilled..

a dancer in gold dust 
her slipper feet 
of light and peace
bring blessings of fruition
to wild-garden's frilly lavender fillies

Copyright © Susan Ashley | Year Posted 2019

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Paul Callus Date: 4/4/2020 12:08:00 PM I am truly impressed, Susan. This goes to show that it's not the length of a poem which counts, but the way it is expressed. In your case you fit all sizes...mini, midi, maxi:) Gershon is a worthy recipient of this delightful dedication! ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 4/7/2020 7:46:00 PM Indeed, my dear friend, poetry isn't just a one-size-fits-all affair, one must mix and match, try on different styles. At times, layer with a little more, and other times, dare to bare with a little less :) I have learned from you, Paul, how effective expression in the mini mode can be. I relish your inspiration and your friendship always. Thank you, Paul, your kindness truly goes a long way. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Robert Lindley Date: 8/23/2019 5:18:00 AM A beautiful matching poem for the set my friend. Both dedication poems are shining gems.. A fav.. and another very inspiring piece. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/25/2019 6:47:00 PM Thank you, my dear friend, for your lovely and heartwarming comments. I'm so pleased your enjoyed the dedication, Gershon is a sweet and inspiring poet and friend. Both your kind presence here and the honor of your fav is deeply appreciated, Robert. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Charles Messina Date: 8/13/2019 6:40:00 AM .. of course I had to read this one too! Simply wonderful my friend :) Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/15/2019 11:57:00 AM Thank you, Charlieku, for taking the time to read both poems. I truly appreciated your generous spirit and your wonderful comments. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Line Gauthier Date: 8/11/2019 8:15:00 PM Lovely poem, Susan. Love the magical whimsy of it. Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/11/2019 10:13:00 PM Yes, that was the feeling I was trying to capture, Line. I’m so please it came across that way. Thank you for sharing your wonderful thoughts and your uplifting comments. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Tom Cunningham Date: 8/11/2019 5:06:00 PM Beautiful verse Susan and a lovely dedication to Gershon. Tom Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/11/2019 10:11:00 PM Thank you, Tom, for your lovely comments. Gershon is truly sweet and inspiring, his friendship I treasure. Your kind presence here is deeply appreciated, my friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Gershon Wolf Date: 8/11/2019 1:57:00 PM Aw, I'm brushing away tears right now, Susan. It is such a privilege to be associated with any of your poetic gems, of which this is another in a long, long line. Thank you for pirouetting back to the Soup, O Ballerina! Warm wishes, my dear friend, ~ Gershon Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/11/2019 2:08:00 PM You never fail to bring me a bouquet of smiles whenever you visit, Gershon. Thank you for your radiant inspiration and for your shining kindness. I relish your response to my poem and dedication to you. Your generous spirit and your endearing comments are both truly appreciated, my dear friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Jan Allison Date: 8/11/2019 1:52:00 PM I have visions of a butterfly dancing on a summer breeze, so beautifully poetic Susan I am sure Gershon will be touched by your dedication too:-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 8/11/2019 2:00:00 PM Your insight must be 20/20, Jan :) I'm so pleased you enjoyed my poem. Gershon has a wonderfully generous and poetically expressive spirit.. and he stirred my muse in a such positive way. Thank you for you gracious comments, both you and they are appreciated. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan