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Releasing the Light
'It is our light not our darkness
that most frightens us.'
We lit the candles of our Spirit—
not under a bushel of ancient secrets
digging as moles in sunken basements;
but, a cavernous gateway to acceptance
Trimmed the wicks of our heart
to observe Love blaze brighter
from this darkest eve of Winter
Allowed flames to alight memory—
fill our dark soul of night
with fresh perspectives in truth
Felt bygone experiences
no longer hold us back;
but, springboard our growth
We unearth peace by offering
—not obscuring—
our innermost darkness to Light
~
that most frightens us.'
We lit the candles of our Spirit—
not under a bushel of ancient secrets
digging as moles in sunken basements;
but, a cavernous gateway to acceptance
Trimmed the wicks of our heart
to observe Love blaze brighter
from this darkest eve of Winter
Allowed flames to alight memory—
fill our dark soul of night
with fresh perspectives in truth
Felt bygone experiences
no longer hold us back;
but, springboard our growth
We unearth peace by offering
—not obscuring—
our innermost darkness to Light
~
Published 21st Dec 2019
Author's Note
Solstice prayer for humankind
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21st Dec 2019 6:50pm
Beautiful, Ahavati !!!
"... digging as moles ... ... ... "
"a {deep} gateway to acceptance... ..."
... ...
(Merry Christmas)
"... digging as moles ... ... ... "
"a {deep} gateway to acceptance... ..."
... ...
(Merry Christmas)
21st Dec 2019 7:03pm
Merry Christmas and a beautiful New Year to you, Marks!
How about 'cavernous' - it picks up the a assonance and consonance of s perfectly.
How about 'cavernous' - it picks up the a assonance and consonance of s perfectly.
22nd Dec 2019 00:40am
*cavernous* ?... *The a assonance and consonance of s*?
I do not get you, Ahavati.
...
"a {deep} gateway to acceptance... ..."
I arrived at the conclusion that *the getway is deep*.
That is what the line suggests.
I did not mean the rhyme.
OK?
... ... ...
I do not get you, Ahavati.
...
"a {deep} gateway to acceptance... ..."
I arrived at the conclusion that *the getway is deep*.
That is what the line suggests.
I did not mean the rhyme.
OK?
... ... ...
22nd Dec 2019 00:43am
LOL! I thought you were suggesting I insert the adjective! The more I thought about it, the more I agreed with that * seeming * suggestion - but, instead of deep, I opted for cavernous because it added to the assonance of a and the consonance of s throughout the verse.
That is all!
Peace!
That is all!
Peace!
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21st Dec 2019 9:48pm
"We unearth peace by offering
—not obscuring—
our innermost darkness to Light"
... a universal recipe for saving the world from itself - only by a transformation of the darkness can the light shine brighter. Excellent.
—not obscuring—
our innermost darkness to Light"
... a universal recipe for saving the world from itself - only by a transformation of the darkness can the light shine brighter. Excellent.
21st Dec 2019 10:54pm
Amen, Josh! Thank you! You're very much appreciated. Things are about to get really busy, so I wish you a very Happy Christmas and New Year's!
Anonymous
21st Dec 2019 10:08pm
The bulk of this speaks to past experiences having been allowed to occupy minds like clutter in old attics ... or cellars; the junk we refused to let go of -suitcases, trunks, etc. Baggage. Time to shine a light on it, clean house and let entire neighborhoods and communities, not just individual households, be the better for it.
Lotsa wonderful K and S consonance to munch on!
❤📝
Lotsa wonderful K and S consonance to munch on!
❤📝
21st Dec 2019 10:56pm
Exactly to the cluttered aspect! Glad I could give you some holiday munchies! X ❤ O
21st Dec 2019 11:47pm
Thank you Ahvanti. You made my night.
Blessed be to you and yours.
hugs,
buddhakitty.
Blessed be to you and yours.
hugs,
buddhakitty.
21st Dec 2019 11:50pm
22nd Dec 2019 00:50am
Spirit and light, you evoke the power of the solstice in me - a perfect way to end today. With love.
22nd Dec 2019 00:51am
I felt the same way when I read yours.
Thank you, Poppy! Blessed Be to you and yours. xo
Thank you, Poppy! Blessed Be to you and yours. xo
22nd Dec 2019 3:31pm
I hope it was a happy thought?! Certainly imaginative.
Thank you, Paul! Happiest of Holidays to you, my Friend. xo
Thank you, Paul! Happiest of Holidays to you, my Friend. xo
22nd Dec 2019 1:51am
I love that core idea, and feel it to be true. And yet how safe the light actually is.
22nd Dec 2019 3:33pm
You really touched on something, Jess. Light is both harsh and yet safe and warm. I have always loved the 'take-no-crap' contrast of Light. Thank you for your support! Happiest of Holidays to you and yours! xo
Anonymous
22nd Dec 2019 3:26am
Hey Ahavati........as always beautiful heart touching ink.......your words gave peace to me........you’re soul is pure light.......purple luv & hugs xo :)
22nd Dec 2019 3:36pm
Thank you, Purpled Love! I feel the same way about your light! I hope you have a very Happy Christmas, my friend! xo
22nd Dec 2019 10:48am
Dear A,
Gorgeous! The entire piece. I must say the last two stanza’s in particular are lovely by way of reminding one to let go and forgive in order to move on and live to one’s potential. Not get bogged down. So very helpful when things get clogged and prevent this happening.
Inspirational beyond measure and that photo is breath taking!
H🌷
Gorgeous! The entire piece. I must say the last two stanza’s in particular are lovely by way of reminding one to let go and forgive in order to move on and live to one’s potential. Not get bogged down. So very helpful when things get clogged and prevent this happening.
Inspirational beyond measure and that photo is breath taking!
H🌷
22nd Dec 2019 3:38pm
Thank you, Honoria. I love your interpretation so much because it's so true. Thank you always for your support and sharing your poetic truths. You are appreciated. xo
22nd Dec 2019 11:36pm
'It is our light not our darkness
that most frightens us.' Williamson??
It is a beautiful quote and a powerful uplifting poem A...in today's world most of us feel quite comfortable in the dark.
Peace...Harry
that most frightens us.' Williamson??
It is a beautiful quote and a powerful uplifting poem A...in today's world most of us feel quite comfortable in the dark.
Peace...Harry
22nd Dec 2019 11:45pm
I'm unsure, Harry. Some say Williamson and some say Mandela, which is why I quoted but didn't cite an attribute.
I understand about the dark, my Friend. Particularly when so much negativity targets the light. Keep shining like the light you are regardless, my friend. 🌞❤
I understand about the dark, my Friend. Particularly when so much negativity targets the light. Keep shining like the light you are regardless, my friend. 🌞❤
31st Dec 2019 3:54pm
The light of your poem's title drew me in with my moth wings and poor sight. I wish I had something substantial to say, but please know, dear One I embrace this and honor it.
blessed and blessings,
Kathy xo
blessed and blessings,
Kathy xo
31st Dec 2019 4:01pm
Thank you, Dear Friend. Your words mean the world to me. I have you in my meditations for healing miracles! May your 2020 be Blessed with much Love & Prosperity in what matters most! xo
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22nd Jan 2020 2:28pm
Uhhh ..... why was this tagged Extreme Content ...?!
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Anonymous
22nd Jan 2020 2:40pm
That is a lot of HARD wood to contend with. 😯
22nd Jan 2020 2:41pm
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22nd Jan 2020 2:45pm
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