softly
moves at my side,
yearning to be released…
my soul soars leaving my shadow
behind
Karen O'Leary, United States
(Thank you, Inge, for accepting this poem for publication. I appreciate all the support and encouragement you and Jack give me. Blessings always!)
Karen O’Leary is a writer and editor from West Fargo,
ND. She has published poetry, short
stories, and articles in a variety of venues including, Frogpond, A Hundred Gourds,
bear creek haiku, Shemom, Creative Inspirations and NeverEnding Story. She feels blessed to be your editor.
I love the give and take feel to this poem, from outset to final destination.
ReplyDeleteIt is always a treat to read your thoughts and direction, Karen.
Dear Michael,
ReplyDeleteWhat a joy your friendship and encouragement are in my life. Thank you for the insightful thoughts today. Wishing you the best always.
Blessings,
Karen
Karen,
ReplyDeleteAn emotional write. Regarding your bio: I am blessed to have you as my editor.
Your friend,
David
Dear David,
DeleteThank you so much for your kind words. It has been such a pleasure sharing Whispers with you. I really appreciate the support you give me and others.
Blessings always,
Karen
What a lovely and uplifting Cinquain, Karen! Hopefully I will still be able to read your poetry elsewhere. Blessings ~ paul
ReplyDeleteDear Paul,
DeleteOne never knows where our journeys will take us. I hope to read more of your poetry too. Best wishes always, my friend.
Blessings,
Karen
lovely words indeed, my friend x
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Jack. I appreciate all you do for others and me. Keep your poetry coming.
DeleteBlessings,
Karen
Dear Karen, lovely words, my friend, I'm overwhelmed with emotions and I'm so sad the Whispers will close.
ReplyDeleteWe'll keep in touch!
Blessings and thank you for everything! Love, Gert
Dear Gert,
DeleteThank you for your kind words on my poem. What a joy to have you a part of the Whispers dream. Your friendship is such a gift in my life.
Blessings always,
Karen
Thank you for sharing this poem, Karen. My tears are right on the surface, such love for you.
ReplyDeleteBlessing and peace.
We send love as always.
Dear Mary Jo,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your lovely thoughts, soul-sister. You are such a gift in my life. The four candle journey lives on. Say hi to Frank.
Blessings always,
Karen
Very good recorded thoughts Karen
ReplyDeleteGives the reader wisdom to ponder on
Knight Writer
Dear Yancy,
DeleteThank you so much for your kind words and ongoing encouragement. What a blessing you are to our poetry community.
Best wishes, always!
Karen
I very much enjoyed your piece Karen, thank you for sharing your words with us.
ReplyDeleteDear Peggy,
DeleteWhat a gift you are in my life! Thank you for your kind words.
Blessings,
Karen
Lovely words written by a lovely lady. Keep your gift going.
DeleteYour friend,
Caryl Calsyn
Thank you so much, Caryl, for your kind and encouraging words. Best wishes always.
DeleteBlessings,
Karen
Thank you and God bless. You're and inspiration. Pat Geyer
ReplyDeleteDear Pat,
DeleteThank you so much your kind words and for being a part of the Whispers' journey. I hope our paths will cross in the future, sharing the gift of words.
Blessings,
Karen
Hi Karen Thanks for this poem.
DeleteI envisage two presences a divine presence and an earthly presence, the push and pull between them.
You sound at peace though so keep writing and experiencing.
Dear Anne,
DeleteThank you so much for your insightful thoughts on my poem. I appreciate the encouraging voice you have been at our online journal.
Blessings,
Karen
A very nice poem, Karen. Tender and heart-felt. I really enjoyed reading it. Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!
ReplyDelete-MJ
(www.creativeinspirationspp.blogspot.com)
Dear Maurice,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for these lovely words. I appreciate the encouraging voice you have been to Whispers' writers and me.
Blessings always,
Karen