Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Winding Road--By Karen O'Leary--United States

Winding Road

Ten paces past yesterday,
long after the rising sun,
my life’s journey continues
though I do not know how long.

Each step up the mountainside
is another challenge won.
And when the day is over,
I hope I have touched someone.

For the road still beyond me;
I trust God to guide my way.
With faith’s strength and compassion,
I walk the path of today.


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. 

26 comments:

  1. Hi Karen. This is a wonderful poem, and a true one. The middle verses say it all for me. Thank you for sharing this. -MJ

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  2. Dear Maurice,

    Thank you for your kind words and for all the comments you left for other writers today. What a blessing you are to the writing community and Whispers.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  3. You know, the road wouldn't be nearly the learning experience it is if it were flat and straight. Winding, climbing roads make for better, more interesting life adventures...and all you can do is keep moving forward. :)

    Terrific poem, Karen!

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  4. Dear Poppy,

    Thank you for your insightful and kind comments. It is so good to have you at Whispers. I appreciate all the encouragement you give others here as well as sharing your wonderful poetry with us.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  5. Thank you, Jack Horne, for the following comment--

    love this uplifting write

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  6. Dear Jack,

    You are always there to encourage others. Thank you so much for this lovely comment and for all the kind comments you sent for other writers today. It is so good to have you a part of Whispers.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  7. One step at a time... and the path will create itself... Very nice... Terry

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    1. Thank you, Terry, for your kind words. You are so good about encouraging others here at Whispers. I really appreciate it.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  8. Just beautiful Karen - your words fills my heart with joy and love. Thank you for this glorious posting...

    Rhoda Galgiani

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  9. Dear Rhoda,

    What a blessing you are! Thank you for this lovely comment and for all the words of encouragement you left for others today. Shining lights like you make Whispers possible. I appreciate your friendship and support. What a gift you are in my life.

    Karen

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  10. Dear Karen,

    "I walk the path of today" Beautiful sentiment Karen.

    love,
    Kathy

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  11. Dear Kathy,

    Thank you for this lovely comment and your ongoing encouragement. I appreciate all the comments you leave for others too. What a blessing you are here at Whispers!

    Best wishes,
    Karen

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  12. Karen, you are a girl after my heart. Such lovely inspirational words, that add confirmation and hope to my own journey in life. Indeed trust, faith and compassion are three very important virtues to pray for, practice and publish as have. Thank you for your talent shared in so many ways with all of us.
    Love, Charlene

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  13. Dear Charlene,

    What a kind and caring heart you have. Thank you for this lovely comment. It is so good to have you at Whispers, encouraging others and sharing your words. I appreciate all you do.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  14. Thank you, Christine Tate, for the following comment--

    Hindsight may be 20/20, but the future is unknown. However, when we trust the Lord with our lives, He leads us step by step and takes care of the details. Thanks for sharing your lovely inspirational words Karen. God Bless you.

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  15. Dear Chris,

    Thank you for this lovely comment and your ongoing support. Your encouragement of others here at Whispers means a lot to me. What a blessing you are.

    Karen

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  16. Thank you, Robert Dufresne, for the following comment--

    Read that one a few times, Karen. Its a prayer in muse. Lovely. Nothing short of inspired living.

    Bob D.

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  17. Wow Robert!

    I don't know what to say except this comment really means a lot to me. Thank you for these kind words. It is so good to have you a part of Whispers. It's people like you that make this community possible.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  18. Beautiful poem Karen, very inspiring indeed. God is our protector and only he knows of the journeys we walk in this life! I love it, well written.

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  19. Dear Eunice,

    Thank you for your kind words. Welcome to Whispers! It is so good to have you a part of this community. Blessings to you.

    Karen

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  20. Dear Karen, I enjoyed reading this poem. I'd say it is a beautiful English bhajan, full of devotion and inspiration. You walk the path of today, with God by your side, touching so many hearts. Keep going, Karen, and may God always bless you.

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  21. Dear Sunil,

    This comment really touched my heart. Thank you so much. You are truly a gift to the writing community. What a blessing to have you hear at Whispers. Best wishes with all your writing endeavors.

    Karen

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  22. Thank you, James Rasmusson, for the following comment--

    The December Whispers looks great Karen. I really like your "Winding Road"; "Ten paces past yesterday" is powerful and plucks my heartstrings.

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  23. Dear James,

    Thank you for this kind comment. Your encouragement and support are appreciated. Glad to have you a part of Whispers.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  24. Thank you, Richard Sponaugle, for the following comment--

    Great advice for living in the present, written with her usual excellent choice of words.

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  25. Dear Rick,

    Thank you for this lovely comment. You are always so good about encouraging others. I appreciate your support over the years.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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