Twilight Splendor
Autumn’s colorful hues
have come and gone.
Silver strands replace
youth’s golden tresses.
Gentle strength flows
through her wrinkled hands.
Though bones ache,
a smile lights her face.
Her fragile body encases
a warm, generous heart.
When she eases into a room,
others pause in awe.
In the middle of winter,
her faith flows on.
Thank you everyone for your kind words and ongoing support of Whispers. It is a gift to work with so many talented artists. Best wishes to all of you in your writing journeys. --Karen
Karen O'Leary is a freelance writer/editor from West Fargo, ND. Her
poetry, short stories, and articles have been published in a variety of
venues. She released her first book of poetry in 2011 called Whispers... published by A.P.F. Publisher. Their second project, Snippets...an anthology of short verse,
contains poetry from 73 talented writers from across the world and was
released in 2012. Karen is a member of The Writers and Poetry Alliance
and the Haiku Society of America.
Thank you, Jack Horne,for the following comment--
ReplyDeletetruly beautiful write, Karen
Dear Jack,
ReplyDeleteThank you for this lovely comment, your friendship and your ongoing encouragement. So glad to have you a part of Whispers. What a blessing you are.
Karen
Thank you, Sara Kendrick, for the following comment--
ReplyDeleteI like the metaphor usage..This is a work that honors all older women of strength..I enjoyed reading it..Sara Kendrick
Dear Sara,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your lovely comment. It is so good to have you a part of Whispers. What a pleasure to share your poetry here. I appreciate all the support you give me and other writers. Blessings to you.
Karen
Thank you, Carolyn Devonshire, for the following comment--
ReplyDeleteDear Karen, I love the way you describe the seasons by comparing them to the "silver strands" that come with age. There is grace and beauty to be found in each season and every stage of life. This is an outstanding poem! Love, Carolyn Devonshire
Dear Carolyn,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this lovely comment. You are so good about supporting and encouraging me. What a gift your friendship is. I appreciate all you do to help make Whispers possible.
Blessings,
Karen
Faith has a way of being there for us no matter what the season. Heartfelt reading Karen giving one hope no matter what the age...
ReplyDeleteRhoda Galgiani
Dear Rhoda,
ReplyDeleteYes, faith does get us through the challenges. Thank you for this lovely comment and for all the comments you left for other writers today. You are such a bright light in the writing community. I appreciate your support and encouragement.
Blessings,
Karen
Karen, your poem is as graceful as the passage of summer into winter... Very nice... Terry
ReplyDeleteDear Terry,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this lovely comment. It is so good to have you here at Whispers. I appreciate the encouraging words you left for other writers too. It's people like you that make this poetry community possible.
Blessings,
Karen
Thank you, Linda Hurdwell, for the following comment--
ReplyDeleteI love the way twilight is described, an aging lady
Dear Linda,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sending this lovely comment today. Your support and encouragement are greatly appreciated. Best wishes with all your writing endeavors. Glad to have you a part of Whispers.
Blessings,
Karen
Thank you, Connie Marcum Wong, for the following comment--
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed this tribute to the beauty of aging Karen. Every age has its own delight and beauty and you have captured this well in your lovely poem. Mahalo, Connie
Dear Connie,
ReplyDeleteThank you for this lovely comment and for all the other comments for other writers today. What an uplifting person you are. Thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement.
Blessings,
Karen
Karen, Twilight Splendor is splendid in the true sense of the word. This poem reminds me of my favourite saying:In spite of all the odds, we should always strive to live, and even thrive in a better world.
ReplyDeleteWe can only do this if we have faith. The following lines bear testimony to the splendour depicted in this inspirational poem:
In the middle of winter,
her faith flows on.
Ndaba,
DeleteCouldn't find a poem by you either, but congratulation on your book.
Dear David,
DeleteI will send this comment to Ndaba. Thank you.
Karen
Dear Ndaba,
ReplyDeleteYour comments mean a lot to me. It is through our struggles we have a chance to shine. Thank you for your ongoing encouragement and support. It is positive people like you that make Whispers possible.
Blessings,
Karen
Dear Karen,
ReplyDeleteA lovely, uplifting write and tribute to all women. I especially liked your descriptive imagery very nice. Keep your pen and faith flowing my friend.
Love Sandra
Dear Sandra,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this lovely comment. Your support and encouragement mean a lot to me my friend. It's uplifting people like you that make Whispers possible.
Blessings,
Karen
I remember this from the Winter Issue of SMILE, but I don't mind re-reading it. You write so eloquently. As far as your book goes, congratations. I, too am coming up with a new book due out around Thanksgiving called "Critters, Creatures and Creations" a poem of children's nature poem for toddlers through age 12 or 13- year old boys and girls
ReplyDeleteIf you buy a copy from me, I will buy your Whispers book. E-mail me for more details.
Yours truly,
David Fox
Dear David,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words. Congratulations on your upcoming book! I appreciate all the comments you left for other writers today. Blessings to you.
Karen