Friday, March 31, 2017

Editor's Thoughts/Poetry for Thought--By Karen O'Leary--United States

Dear Whispers’ Friends,

I look forward to these end of the month opportunities to share with you my gratitude for all the support, inspiration and kindness you share with me and others.  Whispers is a tapestry of many over these last four years.  Some come for a season, others have shared words for the duration of our flowing journey. Each one of you is woven into the fabric of our family, a timeless celebration of words.

Poetry for Thought

Petals of ideas
On branches of verse
Entwining into poems
That flower with words
Rich, creative writing
Yields artistic views

Flowing with lines
Our kaleidoscope of thoughts
Reach out from our cores

The blossoms of souls
Hues alive with imagery
Opening windows of hearts
Unveiling moments of magic
Glimpses of journeys
Heartfelt messages, too
The gift of words

And so today, we celebrate this time, this season searching for a way to lift others up in this challenging world.  Bringing problems to light and fostering a greater understanding of the each other reaches beyond borders with the gift of hope

Blessings always,

Karen O’Leary
Your Whispers’ Editor

20 comments:

  1. Your words are a gift, even as those from others, you speak so glowingly of in your fine poem, Karen.

    If I had to define Whispers in the Wind with only a single word, I would choose... Perpetual.

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  2. Dear Michael,

    Your words are a balm, today. You encourage and lift me and others up--a candle in the world of Whispers and beyond. Thank you so much for your friendship.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  3. Thank you, Isha, for the following--

    Dear Karen:

    You write so beautifully, so heartfelt. And I love your mention of the gift of hope, in a way that's what we have, perhaps all we have. I admire the way you put words of thanks together, and the work you do and all the hundreds of people you communicate with through poetry.

    It's so lovely to think of your gratitude for "all the support, inspiration and kindness" you share.

    You are a special human being. I send you warm, warm wishes.

    Isha

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  4. Dear Isha,

    Thank you for your lovely words. It is such a joy to share our journey with you. Whispers steps forward because of caring and talented people like you.

    Wishing you the best always. I look forward to reading more of your poetry.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  5. Dear Editor Karen O'Leary of The United States Great job
    expressing the gift of words, and the purpose of
    Whispers. The month of March had a lot of
    very unique poetry from a lot of great
    writers from all over the world.
    This is poetry at its finest.
    Yancy

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  6. Dear Yancy,

    Thank you so much for all these lovely thoughts and for all the thoughtful comments you share with contributors. I enjoy the variety of poetry. I'm glad you do too. I look forward to reading more of your poetry.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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    1. .Thanks back to you Karen. I look forward to a great
      Whispers Future with you Micheal and all whispers
      contributes. Blessings to all.
      Yancy

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    2. Thank you so much Yancy! Your encouragement and support is greatly appreciated.

      Many blessings and best wishes,
      Karen

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    1. Dear Raamesh,

      Thank you for your kind words and ongoing encouragement. Wishing you the best always.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  8. What a beautiful way to greet April. It is rainy and gray in New England, and yesterday, my father made his transition from this life the next. This poem will carry me through with its beauty and hope. Thank you, Editor Karen; you are a gift.

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    1. Dear Nila,

      Please accept my sympathy for your loss. It is bridges of friendships that get us through these rough times. Soul-sister, you are part of my life.

      May God help you through this time. My thoughts and prayers go with you.

      Love,
      Karen

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  9. Dear Karen,
    This wonderful acrostic is totally you containing, as it does, gentle wisdom that encourages the entire Whispers family.
    Michael

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    1. Dear Michael,

      What a gift you are to your writing community. Your activities and features help writers to share their thoughts in a new way. Wishing you the best always!!

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  10. Ah, beautiful indeed, and, like the many poems at Whispers, a soothing salve in this troubled world. Mahalo nui loa.
    Molly

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    1. Dear Molly,

      Thank you for bringing your creative voice to our writing community. I appreciate your support and encouragement. Wishing you the best always.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  11. Karen,
    This poem is so beautiful and wonderfully created. Many blessings to you and the Whispers family.
    Your friend,
    David Fox

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    1. Dear David,

      Thank you for your lovely words and continued support. It is people like you that make Whispers possible. Thank you so much for your friendship and your support.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  12. highly inspiring words, Karen, such vivid imagery conveying soothingly magical atmospheres! I loved "kaleidoscope of thoughts reach out from our cores" so much!
    Thank you for sharing

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    1. Dear Claudia,

      Thank you so much for your insightful view. It is so good to have you a part of Whispers. Wishing you the best always.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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