Thoughts That Matter Grow

Somewhere between the molecules
and neurons in my brain,
lies latent creativity, 
between miracles and mundane.  

Although of late, still sleeping,
wandering, adrift,
as if in need like watering seeds
to bloom its innate gift.  

Itself to heights out of the night 
and into light again, 
somewhere behind the prefrontal lobe 
a thought begins to spin.

Like a waterspout, a funnel cloud,
or a black hole in deep space,
yet smaller than a pinhead 
with angels dancing on its face.

While it craves to know its master
and begs to be reborn,
as if it knows it's time and place, 
and laughs with mirth and scorn.

Much like a clown, a trickster now,
hiding in the weeds, lying, 
between my amygdala and medulla,
creativity teases me.

I know not where it's leading,
if any place at all, 
but only know to listen,
to its faint, quiescent call.  

That may lead to greener pastures
where wisdom's waiting there,
some little treasures I've been after
or perhaps, disaster and despair.  

The only way of knowing 
is to take the winding road,
inside my mind where love is kind
and thoughts that matter grow. 

While listening to the wind and rain 
or gazing on the Milky Way, 
creativity unfolds like silver and gold,
and children lost in play.

As it rises, falls, expands, and stalls,
leaving all perplexed,
waiting for the moment when 
another young bird leaves its nest.    

And spreads its wings and learns to fly
and let itself be known, 
to feathery flocks, sea, sky, and rocks
and wherever it may roam.   

In this never-ending, mind-bending journey
of mountain peaks to climb,
for the creative urge to feel the surge 
of Creativity in our minds.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Bowring Avatar
September 15, 2023 at 11:44 PM
This is a wonderful poem Terrell. So, so well written. Very poetic and creative. Many great lines, ‘Itself to heights out of the night’ ‘ Creatively unfolds like silver and gold’. Splendid. As Sotto says, the ending stanza encapsulates the whole poem. Really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing. Warmest wishes to you.
Martin Avatar
December 16, 2024 at 3:46 AM
Hi Christina, with humble apologies, I don't know how I missed your heartwarming response back in September, but it means the world to me. Thank you for reading and glad you enjoyed it. I'll visit soon and cheers to you!
Poet Avatar
August 18, 2023 at 4:39 PM
Terrell, your poem has been exquisitely articulated. I particularly admire the concluding paragraph, as it impeccably encapsulates the essence of the poem. Your artistic prowess shines through, showcasing your creative mind in this remarkable piece of poetry.
Martin Avatar
August 19, 2023 at 1:24 PM
Sotto, thx for your kind thoughts on a poem I wrote several weeks ago when I was actually feeling creative. Lately, however, I've been focusing on health & exercise, trying to drop a few unwanted pounds, etc. so writing is temporarily on the "back burner." Thx for understanding & all the best, Terrell
M  Avatar
August 16, 2023 at 4:31 AM
Love the Title it drew me in….poem so beautifully stated Terrell….loved the last paragraph especially it summed the poem up perfectly! Debx
Baker Avatar
July 22, 2023 at 3:48 PM
I agree with the title, Terrell. There is a nice smooth flow and rhyum to your poem that sooth me as I read and agreed with each line. I like the way that mind of your expresses the thoughts created there. Very enjoyable read, my friend. Write On! Bill
Dietrich Avatar
July 20, 2023 at 12:40 PM
You show your creative mind indeed here with this poetry, Terrell. Thanks for your lovely comment on my poem the other day.
Martin Avatar
July 20, 2023 at 1:06 PM
Thanks for stopping by, Andrea. As always, both your poetry and your review of my own mean the world to me. PS: I made slight revision since you read this earlier. A few words changes if you care to take another peek. If not, no worries & no flurries! Cheerios, Terrell
Bauer Avatar
July 20, 2023 at 12:35 PM
beautifully expressed, Terrell!
Martin Avatar
July 20, 2023 at 1:08 PM
Thank you, Ilene, your two-word expression says all that needs to be said to make my day better than the best! Cheerios, Terrell
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