.
.
lost my way
on rocky ground
no footprints
to be found
through the briar
to parts unknown
abandoned
and alone
changed direction
climbed a hill
saw your fire
burning still
lifetime gone
’till saw your spark
my refuge
from the dark
.
Image: http://www.flickr.com/photos/116285526@N07/12289713085/
Dennis Cardiff 
Lovely. You have a gift for capturing the transitory. Though I “liked” this poem, I could as easily have chosen any other.
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Thank you so much, Anna. I appreciate your comments very much. ~ Dennis
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Like your poem, and love that image…my kind of derelict, abandoned, wistful
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Hi Sue, Thanks for your kind words. I love your poetry, especially “Am I Still the Same?”. ~ Dennis
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Many thanks, Dennis, much appreciated.
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Hi Maria, thanks for reblogging my post. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
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Love this photo! And the words so aptly describe the mood that it evokes, despair, loss, abandonment, and then at the end, hope, which is always so welcome.
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Hi Linda, thanks for your comment. You have described exactly what I was trying to capture. I love your poems and photographs. ~ Dennis
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thank you.
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Hi Linda, thank you for what you do. ~ Dennis
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I love this!
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Hi Toasha, thanks for your kind words. I love your poem “Ship”. I am longing for summer. ~ Dennis
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I cannot say how much your words of admiration please me. Someone with talent saying I have even a little is wonderful!
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I liked this. The words fall together perfectly. Great photo too.
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Hi Ed, thanks for your kind words. I’m enjoying The DUI Guy, and also liked your post “Happy Birthday Wolfgang”. I agree with you, classical music is great to work to. ~ Dennis
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Photography is one of my passions as well digital art and that image is just terrific. The poem is as ever, very beautiful …and from the soul. Yes it speaks of despair but you do finish it with a line of hope! Great work Dennis – image and writing.
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Thanks for your kind words. I can’t take credit for the photo. It was one I found on the internet, but I love it too. I’ve always loved old cars and abandoned houses. they have such great stories to imagine. ~ Dennis
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I am amazed at how you put such confounding emotions in such simple words! Hats off!!
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Hi Rachna, I am honored and humbled by your comment, especially after reading your post “CC2, Effective COmmunication – What & How?”. Very well presented.
~ Dennis
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safe and sound 🙂
On Sat, Feb 1, 2014 at 8:37 AM, Dennis Cardiff
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Hi Kalalbalu, yes this one has a happy ending 🙂 a very happy ending. I love your post, “A Poem For Winter”. It is very real. ~ Dennis
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Thank you:-)
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makes me contemplate a time in my life… and appreciate the time now.
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Hi Cher, thanks for your kind words. Your poem “I shed a Tear Today” brought tears to my eyes. ~ Dennis
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thanks for taking me on the journey thru your words too! 🙂 I used to think tears were shameful (thanks to my upbringing, “I’ll give you something to cry about”), now I embrace the feelings! 🙂
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My favorite yet
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Thank you so much, Marie. The accounts of your visit to india are fascinating. We must be kindred spirits. ~ Dennis
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Hope for the abandoned and lost of our world. Truly compassionate and beautifully expressed poem, Dennis.
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Thank you so much for your kind words; I was very moved by your prayer “Healing In Affliction”:
“The vulnerable and marginalised of society,
Are dependent on appropriate help and treatment,
In Your love and compassion,
Lord, give comfort and healing in their affliction.”
Blessings ~ Dennis
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Thank you Dennis. Indeed we need God’s help and strength as He ministers through us to the hurting and marginalised of society.
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Oh, the beacons of heart. Beautiful.
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Hi Carrie, thanks for visiting. I enjoy reading your blog, especially your post “prayer for openness”. It is very moving. Blessings ~ Dennis
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Thank you, Dennis. Blessings to you.
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Love this.
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Thanks. I love your photograph ” She writes whilst we are sleeping…” ~ Dennis
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Thanks, Alex
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Such a good read. Thank you. 🙂
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Hi mysteriousme, thanks for your kind words. I love your post “TOGETHER WE WILL BE…”. Your poem expresses my present sentiments exactly — as if you were inside my head. I look forward to reading more of your posts. ~ Dennis
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Beautifully written Dennis! You always put the right connection, just so, with your words to create a feeling within of having been there, a part of that world. Amazing! Thank you for sharing. Namaste
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Hi Mark, I am honored and humbled by your comment. On your blog I always find inspiration, especially in your poem “What if!”. Very thought provoking. It would be a wonderful world if everyone understood unconditional love. ~ Dennis
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Reblogged this on Marie Abanga's Blog and commented:
l so love this poem of Dennis’s and thought to share so we cuddle with in reflection this weekend if we wish. The ending notes in particular, contrast with the graphic illustration hence the reflections and art. Coincidentally, a chapter in my featured publication is called “Marriage my Refuge”. Will it have such sweet end notes like in this poem? Reste à savoir…
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Thanks for reblogging my post. It is much appreciated. I look forward to reading your publication, “Marriage my Refuge”. ~ Dennis.
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I love the photo as well as the poem!
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Yes, I love that photograph — so haunting. I enjoyed reading your post “MAKING THE ENTIRE WORLD SACRED SPACE”. I have read all of Pema Chodron’s books The audio books are next. ~ Dennis
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Perfect way to end a beautiful poem.
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Hi Isabella, thanks for your kind words. I loved your post “thank you (for seeing me)”. I can’t wait to read Gabrielle’s heartfelt words. Cheers. ~ Dennis
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Can’t explain it but I really like the photo. Reminds me of days gone by.
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Hi Jeff, I like the photo also. There is something about abandoned cars and homes that leaves the viewer questioning — Why did they leave? What were they like? As a kid I explored many abandoned houses. I love your blog, especially your poem “Deferred”. This really spoke to me about our society. ~ Dennis
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The words bring back memories and the image is perfect:)
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Thanks so much, Oliana. I love images and places like this. ~ Dennis
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Loved this. The picture is also a perfect illustration. Nice, Dennis.
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HI Robyn, I am honored and humbled by your kind words. I loved your post Never Dare A “Jurnalist” and your review of Humor at the Speed of Life. I’m sure it is a hilarious read. ~ Dennis.
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Well, thank you right back for the kindnesses Dennis. I do try to get a read in of yours fairly often, you are so very good at beautifully expressing the mundane and magical.
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