The Wind Shepherdess

The Wind Shepherdess

The wind,
 Like a shepherdess,
Gathers misty spindrift;
 Heaven’s lambs
From azure fields
 Where they pasture
Viewing paradise         
 In meadows without edges;
Gliding effortless 
 In pastoral symphonies.
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Walker Avatar
April 24, 2020 at 10:45 PM
Sam, creative simile written comparing wind to s shepherdress. A serene poem to read. ~ Sonia
Radice Avatar
April 24, 2020 at 3:59 AM
Your lovely poem, Sam, reminded me of a 'guided fantasy' exercise we used to help patients relax to in hospital using the power of their imagination. Great use of metaphor too. Cheers Gary.
Gaul Avatar
April 23, 2020 at 7:16 PM
Cascading rhyme through metaphor after another easy flowing metaphor, climaxing in a musical ending. Very interesting piece with the offset indenting form. Nicely done.
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 11:22 PM
A charming and evocative poem!
Dietrich Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 2:20 PM
this is such a gorgeous little gem, Sam. I love this.
Kauffman Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 5:01 PM
Oh Andrea, thank you so much! From your clouds rest near the Wasatch, you get to experience the wonders of clouds taking the most delightful shapes through all kinds of weather. I am so glad you liked this little poem. It was fun to write.
Faulkner Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 12:24 PM
This is so evocative of pastoral peacefulness, especially love the line 'meadows without edges' - you have painted a lovely picture, Sam-
Kauffman Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 4:58 PM
Thank you Michelle. I love to watch clouds scoot around the sky like they are being herded by an unseen hand. It is a peaceful experience. All the vest to you!
Lamoureux Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 9:07 AM
This is pretty.
Kauffman Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 4:55 PM
Thank you so much Richard. I do love this image of the wind. Hope you are doing well. Many blessings to you.
Rose  Avatar
April 17, 2020 at 10:00 PM
The wind can lead us many a direction, it is a great sheppardess of the spirit and it contains many a symphony in ones lifetime, Thank you for sharing such a talented pen, be blessed.
Kauffman Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 4:53 PM
Pixie - you have blessed me with your words - thank you! Your message reminds me of the scripture about the Spirit going where it wills. Have a great day. Many blessings and hugs to you!
Watt Avatar
April 17, 2020 at 1:05 PM
Love this picture of azure fields, where sea mist and clouds roam, shepherded by the wind... so imaginative and clever, yet so simple and elegant. "Gliding effortless in pastoral symphonies". I see your trademark style of paralleling two seemingly disparate images (sky and pasture) into one seamless one. With a little music reference thrown in for good measure! Gorgeous. <3
Watt Avatar
April 22, 2020 at 7:17 PM
In order: 1) Dvorak's #9 (New World) Symphony; 2) Beethoven's #7; 3) Tchaikovsky's #1; 4) Mozart's #40; 5) Beethoven's #6. You?
Kauffman Avatar
April 20, 2020 at 10:38 PM
Very cool! What are the other four?
Watt Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 10:19 PM
Yes, Beethoven's #6. One of my top 5 symphonies. Just found out today the SD Symphony has it scheduled for next season!
Kauffman Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 4:50 PM
John, you have an amazing ability for analysis - is that the engineer - I am always encouraged by your thought-full messages! Couldn't resist the music - thought of Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony. Thank you! Blessings!
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April 17, 2020 at 12:07 PM
Hello Sam Kauffman, I felt like i was part of this poem as I it. Be safe. Enjoy your day my friend. Be safe. It is cold here today. Feels like winter. Enjoying another cup of tea.
De Beaulieu Avatar
April 18, 2020 at 1:15 PM
Hello Sam,It is cold and drab today. Your welcome. Ye another cup of tea sounds so good , I will pour you a cup to. Enjoy your day my friend. Be safe.
Kauffman Avatar
April 17, 2020 at 12:21 PM
Good morning Darlene! Thank you my friend. Our sunny weather has turned cold and windy. I like your idea of another cup of tea! A virtual tea party - sounds like fun! Many blessings to you!
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