Time To Ponder This World and So Much More

Time To Ponder This World And So Much More

Within dreams that this soul truly adores
Where mountain ridges highlight bright sun's glow
Green valleys below, lakes with sandy shores
Life content as blessed happiness pours-
Pathways that a true, sincere seeker treads
Lined with beautiful flowers shining bright
Gems dancing within Mother Nature's beds
In this earthly realm, a glorious sight.

Morning's promise, day with radiant rays
Time to ponder this world and so much more
All the better, if one will learn to pray
Eye opening deep truth, never a bore-
Such rich treasures are found, if one but looks
Beyond those tragic shadows this world casts
So much more to find, far beyond school books
Love's deep truth, richer life, that truly lasts.

Robert J. Lindley, 9-08-2019
Rhymer, ( What Life, This World And Nature Gives )
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Lee Sr. Avatar
September 19, 2019 at 12:01 PM
This touches the spirit and embraces the heart as well as the soul...Superb a lovingly lovely write Blessings James
Kapoor Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 10:22 PM
What a beauty you have sketched touching the horizons beyond the bookish knowledge, where really dwells the refreshing glow of Nature's beauty. Your poem reminded me the lines -What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare. No time to stand beneath the boughs And stare as long as sheep or cows. No time to see, when woods we pass, Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass. No time to see, in broad daylight, Streams full of stars, like skies at night..... Wbw...Ravindra
Lindley Avatar
September 14, 2019 at 5:39 AM
Thank you my friend.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 1:06 PM
A seeker of truth who sees beyond "school books".. beautiful souls that connect with mother Nature.. learn from its depth and silence.. quench their senses in its heavenly solitude.. another beauty from the wonders of your striking and enlightening poetry, Robert! An immense pleasure reading.. a cherished fave.. my warmest regards and blessings..
Lindley Avatar
September 14, 2019 at 5:39 AM
Thank you my friend.
Raven Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 3:59 PM
Hi Robert, what an exceptional piece. Your descriptive powers bring us into the heart of your piece, with such wondrous vistas. So many times we do miss nature's treasures. Much can be learned from nature and life in general. I think I shall now sit back and just revel in the imagery your poem has created. Time for some peace. Have a wonderful tuesday. yoiur friend always....Mike. A fav.
Lindley Avatar
September 14, 2019 at 5:38 AM
Thank you my friend.
Warrior Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:18 AM
I agree with S1, my dear friend...very well expressed Robert...hope all is good...^WW^ :o)
Lindley Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 11:48 AM
Thank you my friend. I am doing much better these last few days. On the mend now,at least as well as can be expected at my age.
Lindley Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 3:41 PM
Thank you my friend. Poets should be judged by heart and soul , what they put into their works. Not just how many comments they make to others. My works all have meaning and come from this old poet's poetic soul.
One Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 3:02 PM
Such wonderful imagery, with such beautiful surroundings, it is easy to ponder about life... great poem my fiend..
Lindley Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 3:42 PM
Sorry , I replied in a hurry. Got too many things to do today..
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