Thursday, 1 December 2011

POETS UNITED - THE THURSDAY THINK TANK #76 The Soul's Whisper


Beyond


At the edge,
where 
fingertips
clutch,
lies a
landscape
of 
immeasurable
beauty.
Beyond 
the reach
of those
yet to learn
the lessons
of endurance.
Admittance
lies at the end
of grieving's path
- the Architect -
your own
sweet soul.


This is the first time I've participated at Poet's United which is a community for poets who blog and which I have only just found. Their Thursday Think Tank #76 is The Soul's Whisper which brought to mind this poem which I wrote back in October. Poet's United can be found at http://poetryblogroll.blogspot.com.
I took the photograph of Chagall's stained glass windows at a church near Tonbridge when I visited with my lovely friend Janet. It's a tiny church with the most beautiful light and atmosphere. 
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36 comments:

  1. Eileen T O'Neill .....1 December 2011 at 13:33

    Penny,
    It was wonderful to find your poem here this evening....

    Lovely, meaningful words, which appealed to me very much.

    Best wishes, Eileen

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  2. Jester1 December 2011 at 13:53

    Your poetry is so beautiful and profound, Pen, and the picture suits it perfectly.
    I'm studying for the equivalent of a PGCE,which lasts a year. Hoping I will be able to get out my crafts things again soon. J x

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  3. Daydreamertoo1 December 2011 at 14:46

    This is truly lovely. Such a gentle knowing and yes, I agree it's only when you have walked through the pain of loss of love (in whatever way it's lost) only then comes the acceptance and with that the inner spiritual growth.
    Thanks for visiting me and the lovely comment so pleased to meet you.

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  4. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 14:48

    Beautiful and true.

    Admittance
    lies at the end
    of grieving's path

    I have found it to be so. Thank you.

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  5. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 14:59

    The image is indeed lovely, but this meditation on life and death is truly lovely. So glad you found Poets United. It's a wonderful group... and if you add their URL address in the "trackback" section of posting poems, the direct link to your latest piece will magically appear in the right column, constantly updated. Welcome, and well done! Amy
    http://sharplittlepencil.wordpress.com/2011/12/01/repairers-of-the-breach/

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  6. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 16:46

    Penny,

    This is so beautiful! I love it. You certainly have a knack for writing poetry.

    Kris

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  7. Maxwell Mead Williams Robinson Barry1 December 2011 at 17:14

    love the insights, well done.

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  8. Tiffany1 December 2011 at 21:30

    It's beautiful, Pen! (The poetry & the image)
    xo

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  9. Joanna1 December 2011 at 23:25

    Wow, Penny, this is beautiful. The windows in your photo are gorgeous - I don't know that church, where is it?

    xxx

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  10. Dave King2 December 2011 at 02:44

    I enjoyed your take on the prompt. The poem is strong and rewarding.

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  11. Anonymous2 December 2011 at 03:05

    A Chagall in the neighborhood, oh my, lucky you. Lovely words, things are most interesti g at the edge, are they not? xox Corrine

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  12. JANU2 December 2011 at 04:00

    Super!

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  13. Lorraine2 December 2011 at 06:47

    Penny, you have such a talent with writing! Thank you for the lovely comments you leave on my blog. Am pleased you are enjoying my CQ journey.

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  14. froebelsternchen2 December 2011 at 08:17

    a great poem!

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  15. Alison2 December 2011 at 08:18

    Wonderful words as usual Pen! I really must go visit those Chagall windows sometime, they are quite stunning! xx

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  16. Carrie Van Horn2 December 2011 at 12:53

    This is amazingly beautiful Penny.....and the photo is stunning...so glad to have you at here at Poets United!!

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  17. Anneke2 December 2011 at 15:49

    great poem and awesome photo

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  18. Julia Winkler2 December 2011 at 21:09

    Oooooh, Chagall - one of my favorites! Your poem, as always, is wonderful. So glad you have this blog to share, Pen!

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  19. johanna3 December 2011 at 01:39

    your combination of words and picture are always a delight!

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  20. Lorraine3 December 2011 at 06:28

    very atmospheric poem..I love the stained glass

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  21. Judy Martin3 December 2011 at 17:44

    I have not seen this work by Chagall before, and these windows are a treat to see. Thanks.

    Your poem is perfect with the photo. They both open the soul.

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  22. Yvonne5 December 2011 at 16:35

    This is really beautiful, Penny! Love the photo, goes so well :)

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  23. Alisa Noble5 December 2011 at 18:26

    Beautiful.

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  24. Merike5 December 2011 at 23:46

    Hi, Penny :) Looks very beautiful. I like colors of harmony.

    Merike

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  25. lilylovekin6 December 2011 at 09:24

    what a lovely poem i'm so glad you shared it with us.

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  26. Unknown6 December 2011 at 09:56

    Finding immeasurable beauty through endurance and grief ... This is lovely and sweet

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  27. Ella6 December 2011 at 13:17

    This was beautiful and your photo is stunning~
    I love your take on the prompt!

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  28. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces6 December 2011 at 22:37

    This is a lovely poem and photo, Penny, and your altered printer's tray is really beautiful!

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  29. Jester9 December 2011 at 14:34

    Thanks for all your visits - such a faithful friend!
    Where is the church with the Chagall windows? They are beautiful

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  30. Gaby Bee 14 December 2011 at 00:49

    Wonderful poem and your photo is just beautiful.

    Gaby xo

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  31. studioJudith18 December 2011 at 11:12

    Chagall's windows and your words
    are a lovely complement ... .
    I do hope you're busy with a warm & cozy
    Christmas. You've been missed !

    judith

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  32. Gaby Bee 22 December 2011 at 07:59

    Wanted to send along some wishes for a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year!

    Hugs,
    Gaby

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  33. BadPenny17 January 2012 at 01:00

    Stunning

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  34. Jester9 February 2012 at 14:48

    Hope you're OK - we miss you and your fabulous work, Pen.
    P.S. I have awarded you the Liebster Blog Award. If you are interested just link back to my blog.

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  35. Jester8 April 2012 at 11:21

    Happy Easter!

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