Sunday, March 22, 2020

One Hundred



Courtesy of the Sunday Muse
In the sojourn of life we accumulate miles
with uneasy feet,  taking in the beauty of spring
weeping willow is budding, her boughs bending
carrying the weight of a million unshed tears

In the sojourn of life, we are constantly rushing
there seems to be an internal need for speed
accelerating towards some unknown destiny
we need to slow down, appreciate each day

In the sojourn of life, we travel many roads
the scenery changes as does our perception
sometimes, I wish I had wings and could fly
soaring the heavens there is room to breathe

In the sojourn of life, there is limited time
everyone hoping to reach a new milestone
we live in a world filled with challenges
embrace each day, take in the moments

In the sojourn of life, 100 seems surreal
can we understand it's universal power
does it signify a time of new beginnings
could it be a call to a spiritual awakening

written for The Sunday Muse
They are celebrating their 100th post
Congratulations and thank you for
all you do...

Peace, poetry and health.... 

sharing with earthweal
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31 comments:

  1. Rosemary Nissen-WadeMarch 22, 2020

    One of the few upsides of this virus thing is that we may all be forced to become more restful! A spiritual awakening out of it would be an excellent thing.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 22, 2020

      I agree Rosemary, may we learn something from all this chaos.

      Peace be with you...

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  2. Sherry Blue SkyMarch 22, 2020

    We hope awareness will dawn. In Canada, they say 30% of people dont care about the virus and are noncompliant. Frustration. Loved your poem, my friend.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 22, 2020

      Awareness is dawning here as we realize that we are merely mortals.

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  3. Carrie Van HornMarch 22, 2020

    This is as lovely a poem as your heart Truedessa! Full of many truths of life and the journey we all share. Inspiring poetry indeed! I love this! Thank you for all your kindness and support with poetry that always blesses! Be safe my friend! 🦋

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    1. TruedessaMarch 22, 2020

      Thank you Carrie for all you do we are all in this together.

      Peace, life and laughter

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  4. hedgewitchMarch 22, 2020

    At least the journey is never dull these days, and we have the opportunities to learn to see what it brings. I too wish for wings, and perhaps in words and thoughts and dreams, we receive them.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 22, 2020

      I agree, in my dreams I can fly anywhere, there are no limits as I sprout those wings. Fly safely Hedge..

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  5. Alex J. CavanaughMarch 22, 2020

    Slow down and enjoy the journey.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 22, 2020

      I am in pause mode here no going out for the next two weeks unless absolutely necessary.

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  6. anthonynorthMarch 22, 2020

    If out of this we begin to realize materialism isn't all there is, could you class that as a spiritual awakening?
    Enjoyed your words.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 22, 2020

      I most definitely would class that as a spiritual awakening?

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  7. C. SandlinMarch 22, 2020

    This is a journey in itself, the sweep and the moments, and a welcome spot to breathe. :)

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    1. TruedessaMarch 23, 2020

      Wishing you space to breathe...stay safe...

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  8. Myrna R.March 22, 2020

    Such an inspirational poem so needed in these times. Thank you for writing this. It makes my day a little gentler.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 23, 2020

      Myrna - thank you for visiting. I am glad my words eased your day.

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  9. Susie ClevengerMarch 22, 2020

    Yes, I needed this inspirational piece today...Such a blessing

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  10. Magic Love CrowMarch 22, 2020

    Yes!!! I feel like this is a rebirth!
    Beautifully written! Stay safe and healthy! Big Hugs!

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    1. TruedessaMarch 23, 2020

      Stay safe and healthy as well! Big Hugs back...

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  11. kaykualaMarch 22, 2020

    A century chalked up is something to be proud of. Tenacity of purpose will determine the continuity of support. So also should be our reaction to the current problem of C-19. All must do their part. Yes,True,stay safe for you too, Ma'am!

    Hank

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    1. TruedessaMarch 23, 2020

      Yes, we must do our part Hank, each bit helps save a life. Stay safe

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  12. grapelingMarch 23, 2020

    there *is* limited time, as you say. brought into even greater focus with all the recent trauma. ~

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    1. TruedessaMarch 23, 2020

      and we don't know what that limited time might be today.

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  13. Pat HattMarch 23, 2020

    100 is a milestone, but I'm always partial to the odd numbers. 101 lol only so much time indeed.

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  14. DEZMONDMarch 23, 2020

    Speed kills moments, precious moments that can be enjoyed in peace.

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    1. TruedessaMarch 23, 2020

      Hi Dezzie,

      Enjoy as many precious moments as you! :)

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  15. HelenMarch 23, 2020

    In the sojurn of life ... beautifully presented.

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  16. JIm FeeneyMarch 23, 2020

    I like the rhythm and the beat of this, the way the poem moves forward propelled by the phrase "in the sojourn of life"
    JIM

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  17. purplepeninportland.comMarch 24, 2020

    I like the start of each stanza. Such a lovely, hopeful poem.

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