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Playful spirit behind an oak
laughed and flirted but never spoke.
Eyes of onyx, raven hair,
I marveled at her standing there.
Brilliant sunshine — could barely see.
Had my eyes played tricks on me?
I stood in reverence and awe
not sure of what I thought I saw.
Fluttering soft, the poplar leaves
perhaps, had caused me to believe
I’d seen someone who wasn’t there —
eyes of onyx, raven hair.
The nimble spirit deftly danced
from tree to tree and lightly pranced.
I didn’t know quite what to do
about this vision in my view.
I had no knowledge of such things.
What does one do when nature brings
such beauty, grace and winsome mold
who, I could see but could not hold?
I could have watched her all day long
her movements were just like a song.
She beckoned me with backward glance
down flowered pathway of romance.
I had no choice, I was entranced;
induced to follow where she danced.
The woods had changed, were foreign now,
colors brighter, surreal somehow.
I saw some spirits on the way.
They went about their normal day.
They took no notice of my form
contrary to their spirit norm.
They were at home among the trees;
conversely, I felt ill at ease.
Abandoned, then just like a snare —
eyes of onyx, raven hair.
She drew me close and hugged me tight;
we kissed, caressed throughout the night.
Not a wisp of evanescence,
but a real woman’s presence.
Wood smoke, sweet-grass, musk and cedar —
I took her hand, she let me lead her.
Beneath the boughs we made our bed
while stars shone brightly overhead.
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love the poem, hope I can have some of that magic in the song lyrics i plan to write.
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Thank you for your kind words. I wish you well with your writing. ~ Dennis
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Hi Dennis, so sorry I haven’t been here to view your wonderful blog..didn’t have time today…but will be back…just had to say hi
have a great week
sherri
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This was really lovely, full of sweet scent π Like your poetry! xox
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I don’t say this to many people, but I believe this poem was written by spirits. I know that you’ll understand.
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Beautiful words. Wonderful. Lovely imagery.
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Thanks for your kind words. I enjoy visiting your blog, I love taking walks in the woods. You live in a beautiful area. ~ Dennis
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I just moved into a house my son bought. There is a grand old oak tree in the yard which, at the base where the roots show through, has all these little niches and hiding places. There are ferns, wild flowers and not a few toadstools growing in and around this old tree.
Perfect place for a fairy house.
Yes, just there, in that dent where two trunks became one…
Did I mention that I love this poem?
(i’m so glad i stopped in again!)
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Thanks for your kind words. There was magic in the air when I wrote this poem. It was written on an island in Sand Lake. I have had many experiences with spirits there. I enjoy your writing very much. ~ Dennis
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Health issues have interfered in ongoing maintenance and posting on my blogs here, so I’ve only just seen your comment.
Thank you for your kind words…I do love to write, and I’ve missed producing. But I’m baaack!
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Fabulous poem… I especially love the ‘eyes of onyx, raven hair’.. you write wonderfully, Dennis! π
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Hi Madhura, thanks for your kind words. There was magic in the air when I wrote this. I love your poem “She Celebrates Life”. ~ Dennis
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The magic in the air is definitely felt in this poem! π And thank you!
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Lovely.
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Thank you. ~ Dennis
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thanks for stopping by my blog Poemattic. I have read some of your poems and look forward to reading more. Playful Spirit evokes some interesting images. Magical realism?
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Thank you, Melba, there was definitely magic in the air. ~ Dennis
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Magical, mystical and etheral. Lovely poem, Dennis. I’ve loved fairies since I was little and used to paint them. Congratulations on your new book! Thanks for your visit and kind words on my blog today.
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Eleanor, I am honored and humbled by your words of praise. Thank you. ~ Dennis
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I agree with Amy, this took my breath away!
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Thank you, Linda. I am honored and humbled by your words of praise. I love your post “Spring snowstorm”. ~ Dennis
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wow! Its an awesome! ^_^
Well, loved it. π (y)
It’s so nice to read you blogs. π π
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Thank you so much. I enjoy reading your blog as well. ~ Dennis
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Beautiful flow of words in your poem, Dennis. Delightful to read! Wishing you a happy Easter. Iris
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Thanks Iris, for your kind words. I love your poem “Listen With Empathy”. You have a very compassionate heart. I also wish you a happy Easter. ~ Dennis
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Such a lovely poem, I was hooked immediately! π
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Thank you so much, Kim. I loved your post “A βGood Fridayβ Memory of Grandmother”. ~ Dennis
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Hi Dennis! Lovely, enchanting and dreamy. What a beautiful world you painted with your words!
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Hi Vashti, I am honored and humbled by your words of praise. Congratulations on “The Basement” and your forthcoming “Fantasy Angels” series. ~ Dennis
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Reblogged this on Forget the Viagra, Pass Me a Carrot and commented:
A new find this week and if you enjoy poetry then you will like this blog by Dennis Cardiff.
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Thanks for your encouragement and support. It is much appreciated. I love your blog. ~ Dennis
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My pleasure and so glad you enjoy mine. Have a good weekend, best wishes Sally
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Brings to mind some other really great, playful poetry as well:
As if some little Arctic flower,
Upon the polar hem,
Went wandering down the latitudes,
Until it puzzled came
To continents of summer, 5
To firmaments of sun,
To strange, bright crowds of flowers,
And birds of foreign tongue!
I say, as if this little flower
To Eden wandered inβ. 10
What then? Why, nothing, only
Your inference therefrom!
-Emily Dickinson
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Hi rly1987, I am honored and humbled to be mentioned in the same sentence as Emily Dickinson. She is one of my favorite poets. ~ Dennis
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Hi Dennis, what a lovely poem and as sweet as they come..so nice, thank you for liking my blog
Sherri
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Thanks Sherri, I love your Abstract Art With An Attitude. Dennis
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I love painting digitally and so nice when someone comments ..like you..thank you so much Dennis.
Sherri
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magical Dennis. Simply magical! its an amazing poem!
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Thanks so much, Sharmishtha, for your encouragement and support. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
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Woodland Magic~
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Thanks Sindy, I enjoyed your post featuring Anrita Melchkezedek speaking the channeled message, Arc of the Covenant Activation. That was truly magic. ~ Dennis
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I thought so too Dennis. Thank you!
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Not a wisp of evanescence. I like the poem, but especially this line. What a great word. Thanks for sharing, BTG
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Yes, I like the way it rolls off my tongue. If it weren’t for the nineties rock band of that name, I probably wouldn’t have been familiar with that word.
I loved your post, “Civil Rights Museum reminds of where we have been, but what is left to do”. Canada is guilty of discriminating against it’s native populations. ~ Dennis
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Thanks. Isn’t it interesting how words creep into your lexicon? I answered a crossword puzzle answer the other day with the word “foment” and it seems I have seen it several times in news articles describing various rebellions since then. I had not used that word likely ever. Take care, BTG
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Lovely, sweet, spritely and magical.
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I am honored and humbled by your words of praise. ~ Dennis
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Gorgeous imagery.
What a fantastic experience to have!
“I could see but could not hold”
Those are the real moments. We humans sure lust for ownership and possession, but I’ve learned that claiming something makes it somehow less as soon as we touch it.
Hope you have a good day.
Sincerely,
Robert.
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Hi Robert, thanks for your kind words. I agree that “claiming something makes it somehow less as soon as we touch it”. I also agree with your statement, “I can feel Him flow through my Spirit, allowing me to be His hands and feet. It is also an exercise in letting go.” ~ Dennis
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Thank you, Dennis!
It sure is refreshing to find some like-minded individuals in Blog Land.
I really appreciate your comments.
I think it’s very important for people to share meaningful things…especially now with so much nonsensical media and overgrown consumption.
Let’s keep encouraging each other’s attempts to be better!
Have a great day, Dennis.
-Robert.
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Beautiful! Enchanting! x
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Thanks Nicki, you make the most beautiful cards. ~ Dennis
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Thank you for the follow, Dennis. I wish I had your talent for composing poetry. It’s never been a form I’ve been able to find satisfaction with. Great imagery! β€
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Hi Gilhuerta, it’s a pleasure meeting you. Thanks for your kind words. ~ Dennis
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So gorgeous π
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Hi Stormy, thank you so much. I enjoyed your post, “A FOOLISH HEARTβ¦βHOOK,β LINE AND SINKER”. ~ Dennis
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Thank you, Pastor Davis, for your kind words. I love hearing your sermons on YouTube.They are very inspiring. ~ Dennis
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What a wonderful poem Dennis. Such warmth. π
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Thank you, Nomzi, I’m so pleased that you like it. ~ Dennis
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π Have a relaxing week Dennis. π
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This poem was just so…teasing…in the sense that I’d love to look for this other world of happiness and hope. You wowed me again.
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Thank you so much. I love your poem “we couldβve been everything”. It is very raw and heartfelt. ~ Dennis
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Absolutely fabulous. I found this poem delightful!
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Hi Melanie, I am honored and humbled by your kind words. I’m also glad that you like fairies and listen to the trees. ~ Dennis
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Hi Dennis. Thanks for replying. You’re very welcome. I really enjoyed reading it. It was indeed very playful and made me smile. Haha yes indeed I do. I think once we can tap into the magic all around – it definitely fuels the imagination – Melanie
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Felt like I was in another world! Beautifully written Dennis π
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Thanks Mark, this was written on an island, where I get away from the world of work and the city. It truly is another world, where anything can and does happen.
I have just reread your post “The Gift!” Your writing is always inspiring. ~ Dennis
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No wonder, the poem felt so free and out there, it had that affect of being totally somewhere else. Now there’s a thought…an island…that COULD inspire ‘anything’ π
And thank you, occasionally spirit really needs to say something and it came bubbling out. Must let the muse within create π Namaste
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Dennis, you took my breath away. Thank you. xx Amy
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Hi Amy, that’s what happens to me when I view your words and exquisite images. Thank you.xxDennis
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Oh, Dennis, you are making me blush, for heavens sake! xx Amy
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PS Dennis, really and truly, my goal for being an inspiration, I have succeeded. If you created something as beautiful as you did because of Petals, I am very humbled and very honored. Thank YOU, Dennis. You have made my day more than you know. (((HUGS))) Amy
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Reblogged this on Confessions of a Book Lover and commented:
Love this by Dennis Cardiff
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Thank you so much for reblogging my poem. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis
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You’re welcome! It’s a great poem, one that deserves to be shared!
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Dreamy, Dennis. I love reading your poetry.
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HI Audrey, thanks, as always, for your kind words. I loved your poem “Rolling Onβ. ~ Dennis
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Thank you, Dennis. I am always happy to have you stop by.
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