Wisdom

The bloom starts no repentance, it is not afraid of the slip just yet. each gentle wind is a sigh from the sky. be scented now, then learn to die. It is the fleeting we become. in how we glow before we've gone.

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I Am Anaya

Date: 8/7/2025 4:08:00 PM

We must let soul’s light escape, and let loves glow saturate around us living moment by moment. You have impressed with sagacity, Rowena!

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 6:32:00 PM

Thank you so much! I love how you’ve expressed that—beautifully said and full of truth. Your words inspire me right back.

Lyric Man

Date: 8/7/2025 5:13:00 AM

Wisdom is to enjoy the beauty of today, because tomorrow we’re gone. Your words have excited my muse, there’s a song here. Thank you for sharing your mind and heart!

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 5:28:00 AM

That means so much—thank you! I’m so glad the words spoke to you and sparked your muse. Can’t wait to see what song comes out of it!"

Line Gauthier

Date: 8/7/2025 4:56:00 AM

ah ~ beautiful

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 5:12:00 AM

Thank you very much !

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/7/2025 4:24:00 AM

If only we could all glow in a positive way, Rowena. Some want to glow in a negative way and ruin lives as they go. Learning to die when the time comes and accepting death is not an easy process. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara K

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 4:48:00 AM

Thank you, Sara. You're so right — not everyone chooses to shine kindly, and facing our mortality takes real strength. Appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/7/2025 3:35:00 AM

Rowena! Your skillful depiction of the transient splendor and existence forces us to savor this present moment.

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 4:47:00 AM

Wow, thank you! Just trying to capture the little moments while they last."

Yann Rolland

Date: 8/7/2025 2:59:00 AM

beautiful and deep poem, enjoyed the images a lot, thanks poet

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 3:09:00 AM

Thank you so much! Really glad you enjoyed it — I appreciate you taking the time to read and share your thoughts.

John Gondolf

Date: 8/7/2025 2:57:00 AM

Sometimes we get caught up in the chaos of the day and we forget to cherish each precious moment that we have. This soft delicate piece is a simple reminder of that. Thank you for sharing this thought, Rowena. John

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 3:08:00 AM

Thank you so much, John. That really means a lot. It’s something I try to remind myself of too — slowing down and really being in the moment.

Akham Nilabirdhwaja Singh

Date: 8/7/2025 2:07:00 AM

The poem encourages to live the life fully and shine brightly even though it is temporary.Like the poem.

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 2:15:00 AM

Thank you! Really appreciate that.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/7/2025 1:43:00 AM

This poem is quietly profound, A meditation of life and beauty. Well done.

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/7/2025 1:51:00 AM

Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm truly grateful the poem resonated with you in that way.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 8/6/2025 9:12:00 PM

The beauty and wisdom of this elegant poem captivated me, Rowena. Very best wishes. :)

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 9:14:00 PM

Thank you so much for your kind words and wishes. Wishing you continued inspiration and joy in your own writing journey! :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/6/2025 7:01:00 PM

Lovely written, Rowena. Surely it is the evanescence of the glow which renders it so bittersweet. Kudos, Gershon

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 8:09:00 PM

Thank you so much, Gershon. Your words mean a lot. Yes, it's that fleeting glow that teaches us to cherish the moment before it fades.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 8/6/2025 4:52:00 PM

loved your words of wisdom, especially the last two lines. I appreciate your poetic voice. hugs, Sara

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 5:34:00 PM

Thanks so much, Sara! big hugs right back!

Joe Dimino

Date: 8/6/2025 1:52:00 PM

Indeed, life is for living. Burn brightly! Both day and night, blazing way to find. Every pore, every thought we have, an electrified flame of being. Hell a cheap, phony duplication. Each of us, born of blessed starlight. Greater the divine fuel as we move on.

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 2:20:00 PM

Wow, this is such a vibe—fiery, bold, and uplifting. Love that line about being “born of blessed starlight.” Totally needed this spark today! Thanks Joe.

Tom Woody

Date: 8/6/2025 4:31:00 AM

Hey Rowena you certainly have become prolific, cranking 'em out left and right. I put out about four a month. Anyway, I once wrote a line, something about how beauty is most evident just before death. One last glow. Our time on earth is limited, just like the vegetation. Nice write

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 6:30:00 AM

Hey Tom, thanks so much! I guess inspiration’s been chasing me lately ?? I really love that line you wrote—beauty shining brightest just before it fades… it captures something deep and true. There’s a kind of grace in that last glow. Appreciate you taking the time to read and share your thoughts!

Jan Allison

Date: 8/6/2025 2:38:00 AM

Such a touching piece Rowena, i especially love 'each gentle wind is a sigh from the sky' hugs jan xx

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 2:57:00 AM

Thank you, Jan! That line came from a quiet moment with nature— Sending hugs right back.

Anne Winter

Date: 8/6/2025 2:33:00 AM

Dear Rowena, I love the way you've captured the fleeting nature of life and beauty, reminding us to appreciate the present moment. The phrase 'be scented now, then learn to die' is especially striking, and the final line 'in how we glow before we've gone' is a gorgeous reflection on the preciousness of life. Best, Anne

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 2:56:00 AM

Anne, thank you so much for this beautiful comment. Here's to catching the glow while we can

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/6/2025 2:25:00 AM

- Sometimes the hand of death is extra rough... we must enjoy beauty while it lives... a lovely poem, Rowena :) - hugs

Rowena Velasco
Date: 8/6/2025 2:54:00 AM

Thank you so much :) Yes, that’s so true—life is fragile, and beauty even more so. Sending hugs back your way!