Thursday, March 5, 2015

Silence--By Maurice J. Reynolds--United States

Silence

A gentle stroke of the brush
finishing up the painting that
will make anyone stand in silence.
One looks in awe, a second has
tears in her eyes; both not saying
a word....a breathtaking view to
be sure. "Well, what is that?"
inquires a third person, breaking
the silence. I guess he wasn't
listening.

Maurice J. Reynolds is a freelance writer who has had material published in various publications.  He is the owner of To God be the Glory! Publications, a literary ministry that produces the poetry publication Creative Inspirations.  More information can be found at: www.tgbtgpublictions.com.
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31 comments:

  1. Elizabeth KralMarch 5, 2015 at 11:52 AM

    Sometimes, silence is the best comment.

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:24 PM

      Hi Elizabeth. Thank you for your comments. I agree. Sometimes silence is the best comment. -MJ

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  2. pdfrenchMarch 5, 2015 at 12:14 PM

    Interesting piece, I liked it!

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:24 PM

      Thank you, Peggy. Glad you enjoyed it. -MJ

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  3. UnknownMarch 5, 2015 at 12:46 PM

    Hi Maurice, Thanks for sharing your inspiring poem. Silence is golden it's said! In many instances it is true! I enjoyed your poem! God bless, Chris~

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:25 PM

      Hi Christine. I agree that silence is golden! Thank you for the encouragement. -MJ

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  4. UnknownMarch 5, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    Maurice, so much said in the brevity here. It is really quite amazing how each individual thoughts tend to vary and/or differ so greatly. You have a certain wisdom about you that shows so deeply in your writings. To me, this is a great write! Sheri

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:27 PM

      Thank you, Sheri. I appreciate your comments and encouragement. -MJ

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  5. UnknownMarch 5, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    Wow, Maurice this poem really touches the reader with great feeling. Robert

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:27 PM

      Thank you, Robert. Glad you enjoyed it. -MJ

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  6. CharleneMarch 5, 2015 at 8:18 PM

    Maurice, I loved y9our wonderfully well written poem. Yes there is a time to speak and a time to be silent. Thank you for once again sharing your amazing talent.
    Charlene .

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:27 PM

      Thank you, Charlene, for the wonderful encouragement. -MJ

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  7. AnielicaMarch 7, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    Such lovely thoughts composed Maurice, wonderful imagery lingers....Always a pleasure to read your poetry. Blessings always, Leokadia

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:28 PM

      Thank you, Anielica. I appreciate your feedback and encouragement. -MJ

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  8. Rhoda GalgianiMarch 9, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    Meaningful sensitive words here in your poetry Maurice - always a joy to read you. Blessings to you...Rhoda

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    1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 12:29 PM

      Thank you, Rhoda. I appreciate your support and feedback. -MJ

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    2. Rhoda GalgianiMarch 15, 2015 at 2:18 PM

      Maurice - I just read you again gaining more understanding and meaning to your words. 'I love it' - no words that I could write can compare to my foregoing comment in quotes! Had to tell you this...Rhoda

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    3. AnonymousMarch 19, 2015 at 2:05 PM

      Thanks again, Rhoda. Your words and thoughts mean a lot to me. -MJ

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  9. UnknownMarch 16, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Wow! I love it. Especially that last part about not listening. You have to use all your senses when experiencing art or else you're not going to "get it." Excellent work here, Maurice!

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  10. AnonymousMarch 19, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    Hi Poppy. Thank you for your kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the poem. -MJ

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  11. Karen O'LearyApril 3, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    Thank you, Eleanor Michael, for the following--

    A poem about a painting and silence. On the second reading it spoke to me.

    Eleanor

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    1. AnonymousApril 8, 2015 at 7:39 AM

      Hi Eleanor. Thank you for the wonderful feedback. I am glad you "felt" the poem. -MJ

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  12. Karen O'LearyApril 7, 2015 at 8:04 AM

    Thank you, Gerald Heyder, for the following--

    Dear Maurice,

    Your poem, "Silence," proves people can see a portrait in a different vein from everyone else. When two people see it the same way, it's a masterpiece!

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    1. AnonymousApril 8, 2015 at 7:39 AM

      Thanks Gerald, my friend. Your thoughts are much appreciated. -MJ

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  13. Jack HorneApril 8, 2015 at 12:47 AM

    ah, so thought provoking, my friend : )

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    1. AnonymousApril 8, 2015 at 7:40 AM

      Hello Jack. Thank you for the kind comments. -MJ

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  14. Karen O'LearyApril 8, 2015 at 1:42 PM

    Thank you, Suzanne Clement, for the following--

    You certainly show how different people can relate to the same piece of art in this poem.

    Suzanne

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  15. Karen O'LearyApril 15, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    Thank you, John Williams, for the following--

    The voice of your poetry is always soul-lifting... Glory be to God who creates for enjoyment soul waking pleasures of breathtaking beauty.

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  16. Karen O'LearyApril 29, 2015 at 11:48 AM

    Thank you, John Polselli, for the following--

    I'm struck by your gentle zen-like poem. Silence speaks volumes, and with this poem you've encapsulated that truth. Thanks for the experience, Maurice.

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  17. Karen O'LearyMay 4, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    Thank you, Richard Sponaugle, for the following--

    As usual, Maurice writes a subtle, yet powerful poem with no wasted words. Very suspenseful.

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  18. Karen O'LearyJune 9, 2015 at 4:16 PM

    Thank you, Barbara Siekierski, for the following--

    A good poem to remind us of what God has created by his hands. Look around at the breath taking view and remember where it came from.

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