Friday, September 19, 2014

Mother and Baby--By Sheri Stanley--United States

Mother and Baby

Borne as heart of a Rose
In mirrored reflection;
“Mother” too often spoken in prose
Diminishes the natural connection.

Great Spirit of all existence;
Provided warmth by the Sun.
So blessed is She - eternally
In every conception begun.

Divine miracle of light;
The infinite story is told.
Grand assimilation - unite;
Such a sight to behold!

Mother and baby in arms
Applauded and extolled
Single and sole as life can be
Granted briefly from Infinity….

Sheri is an artist, song writer and poet. She is also a graphic and digital book illustrator. A citizen of the United States she enjoys golf and music and quiet evenings at home with her much cherished family.  Her website is www.poetryandbeyond.net

20 comments:

  1. Sheri, what a very beautifully written poem and as you say, prose never seems to do justice to the loving connection of a mother and baby in her arms. But your words very nearly meet that goal. I loved it!. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us here on Whispers.

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    1. Oh, you are such a sweetheart, hon! Thanks so much for the heads up! Sheri

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  2. This brings to recall, when my grand daughter was born. I enjoyed your poem.

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    1. Michael, I am so pleased to stir up some positive memories! God bless, my friend! Sheri

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  3. Sheri, thanks for penning this stimulating piece. l particularly liked the following lines:"Divine miracle of light;
    The infinite story is told.
    Grand assimilation - unite;
    Such a sight to behold!"

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  4. Oh, Nbada, your comments really stir me. They are beautiful and beautifully unique as they come from your own soul. Yet, they are grandly similar globally! If you were here I would give you just the biggest {{{{ HUG}}}} for that inspiring revelation! Sheri / www.poetryandbeyond.net

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  5. Wow Sheri. This poem is so touching and warm. It reminds me of something. I'll email you and tell you about it. Nice work. Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!
    -MJ

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    1. Hello, Maurice! Thanks for your inspiring comment. Yes! Please do tell me about it. Hugs, my friend! Sheri www.poetryandbeyond.net

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  6. what a beautiful write, my friend. Very tender and touching

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    1. Hi, Jack! So great to read your comments, my friend! Thanks for taking a moment which means a lot to anyone who writes. Shows how ones words are perceived and so the appreciation of comments makes this chain strong! Sheri www.poetryandbeyond.net

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  7. Dear Sheri:You have captured the essence of motherhood and eternal grace beautifully.
    You are very talented with expressing words.
    Blessings always, SuZ

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  8. Thank you, Suzanne Clement, for the following--

    What a touching poem Sheri.

    Suzanne

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  9. Thank you, Gerald Heyder, for the following--

    Dear Sheri--Thank you the kind words. It is much appreciated! Your poem, "Mother and Baby," is very touching and potent. Who knows more about a baby than its mother! Great poem!

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    1. Gerald, thank YOU for the very generous and kind comments!! Thank you so very much! Sheri / www.poetryandbeyond.net

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  10. Thank you, Eleanor Michael, for the following--

    The classic connection. Powerful last line.

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    1. Thank you for your sweet comments, Eleanor - I appreciate them so very much! Sheri / www.poetryandbeyond.net

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  11. Thank you, John Williams, for the following--

    There is an intense warmth of beauty and love, much like the painting of Mary and baby Jesus.

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  12. Thank you, Richard Sponaugle, for the following--

    Beautiful, breath taking use of Godly language. A joy from start to finish.

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  13. Thank you, Barbara Siekierski, for the following--

    Very delightful poem about a baby being born. Very detailed, a miracle of life.

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  14. Thank you, John Polselli, for the following--

    Hi Sheri: This one is mystical, with a grand overview of the whole, and the cosmic dance of existence. Wow! Both powerful and gentle, just as the Great Spirit is.

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