Today I’m honored to feature RWISA author, D. L. Finn. Known as much for her poetry as for her stories, D. L. is a talented and prolific writer. Please follow the link at the end to view her work.
POETRY by D. L. Finn
ICICLES
The icicles dangle downward
Reaching for the substantial snow
Each drop bringing them closer
As the landscape merges into itself
It is silent in its existence
Until a raven reveals itself
Wondering what’s in the trash
Yet, the moment remains peaceful
Sitting and surveying in the chill
An instant promising potential
When there is no celerity
When crackling fires call
When surroundings are concealed
Soon, the renewal will be revealed
But now it’s the stage of contemplation.
For sustenance
For solace
For soul
To live on our abundance of the past
This is the gift of the snow
When we can replenish our hearts
In the silence of the icicles.
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FREEDOM (Musings from the back of a Harley)
The freedom of the blue skies
Welcome us warmly back
Our path is asphalt
Our vehicle a mechanical horse
Our guide is the wind
Lush green walls soar
The sun illuminates the way
Oaks are waking up after a long nap
And I…
I fill my soul
With nature’s flowering renewal
Bursting with beauty and abundance
In the freedom of spring.
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WHERE THE RIVERS MEET
Roaring white, pounding the granite
Swirling, swelling, splendor
The air is heavy with anticipation
It blows over me like a lover’s touch
Filling my heart with sweet floral ecstasy
I relax into the experience
Each breath carries away my worries
My eyes fill with abandonment
As the rushing liquid serenades me
Singing the praise of this paradise
Until the different directions converge
After a brief resounding rumble
They combine and continue on their way
Leaving the moment where the rivers meet.
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OCEAN
As I sit perched up high on our lanai
Comfortable on my recliner in the shade
The ocean draws my gaze
Its sapphire and emerald water calls me
While the blue pool floats in its space—uninviting
I hear the sea’s song as it smashes onto the shore
The surfers ride its motion
The snorkelers gaze into its depth
And the swimmers float on its perception
Our attraction is undeniable
Opposites: one of air, one of water
It beckons, and I must respond
Offering myself up to the hidden world
Under the cerulean summon
I answer, embracing the ocean completely.
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Thank you for having me on your blog today, Linda!
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You are an awesome supporter, Denise. I am honored!
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Enjoyed these, Denise. Thank you, Linda, for hosting.
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Morning, John! Thanks so much for supporting Denise, here!
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Thanks, John:)
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It’s wonderful to see Denise’s poetry splashed all over the blogosphere. Her words always conjure vivid images for me, especially when she concentrates on the world around us.
Congrats to Denise and excellent job hosting, Linda!
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Thanks, Mae! “Freedom” is my favorite today! I can just imagine me on the back of that Harley, enjoying the ride.
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🙂
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Thanks, Linda
I have a lot of fun writing those:)
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I can tell!
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Thanks, Mae! I’m lucky to live in a place where it’s easy to share the beauty:)
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Thanks for the beautiful words D.L.
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Thank you, Charles:)
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Thank you for hosting today, Linda. I love Denise’s poetry. ♥
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Thank you for visiting, Gwen! I’m growing to appreciate the freedom of poetry and its ability to snapshot our ramblings.
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Poetry is such a unique way to gather all those thoughts in our head and capture some moments, Linda!
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Awe, thsnks Gwen:)
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*thanks:)
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