POETRY by D. L. Finn
ICICLES
The icicles dangle downward
Reaching for the substantial snow
Each drop bringing them closer
As the landscape merges into itself
It is silent in its existence
Until a raven reveals itself
Wondering what’s in the trash
Yet, the moment remains peaceful
Sitting and surveying in the chill
An instant promising potential
When there is no celerity
When crackling fires call
When surroundings are concealed
Soon, the renewal will be revealed
But now it’s the stage of contemplation.
For sustenance
For solace
For soul
To live on our abundance of the past
This is the gift of the snow
When we can replenish our hearts
In the silence of the icicles.
FREEDOM (Musings from the back of a Harley)
The freedom of the blue skies
Welcome us warmly back
Our path is asphalt
Our vehicle a mechanical horse
Our guide is the wind
Lush green walls soar
The sun illuminates the way
Oaks are waking up after a long nap
And I…
I fill my soul
With nature’s flowering renewal
Bursting with beauty and abundance
In the freedom of spring.
WHERE THE RIVERS MEET
Roaring white, pounding the granite
Swirling, swelling, splendor
The air is heavy with anticipation
It blows over me like a lover’s touch
Filling my heart with sweet floral ecstasy
I relax into the experience
Each breath carries away my worries
My eyes fill with abandonment
As the rushing liquid serenades me
Singing the praise of this paradise
Until the different directions converge
After a brief resounding rumble
They combine and continue on their way
Leaving the moment where the rivers meet.
OCEAN
As I sit perched up high on our lanai
Comfortable on my recliner in the shade
The ocean draws my gaze
Its sapphire and emerald water calls me
While the blue pool floats in its space—uninviting
I hear the sea’s song as it smashes onto the shore
The surfers ride its motion
The snorkelers gaze into its depth
And the swimmers float on its perception
Our attraction is undeniable
Opposites: one of air, one of water
It beckons, and I must respond
Offering myself up to the hidden world
Under the cerulean summon
I answer, embracing the ocean completely.
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Comments on: "Welcome to the WATCH “RWISA” WRITE Showcase Tour! #RRBC #RWISA" (53)
OCEANS – beautiful. I wonder if Denise was inspired by her time in Kauai. I’m now wishing I could ride on the back of a Harley. Wonderful free-flowing, glowing poems.
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I just bought one of Denise’s books–and this is why. Wonderful!
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Wonderful, indeed! ❤ Thanks so much, Jacqui! xo
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Thanks for sharing these beautiful poems, Bette. They are each special in their own way, but I loved Freedom –
“I fill my soul
With nature’s flowering renewal”
💕🤗💕
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Me too, Michelle! ❤ Thanks so much for stopping by to enjoy Denise's wonderful poems. Hugs! xx
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Your poetry is wonderful. I love reading it. Thank you for hosting, Bette.
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Thank you, Karen:)
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Wonderful poetry, indeed! Thanks so much for stopping by to enjoy it with us, Karen.
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These are gems! Bravo to Denise. 🙂
Thanks for hosting and sharing, Bette.
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Thanks, Natalie:)
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My pleasure, Natalie. Thanks for stopping by to enjoy!
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Despite the season of summer upon us, I enjoyed Icicles. The imagery was moving. Bette, thanks for sharing these poems.
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Thanks for stopping by to read D.L.’s wonderful poetry and join the conversation. So glad you enjoyed her poems. ❤
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Thank you Sherrey:) Happy to.hear you enjoyed Icicles!
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Lovely poetry and draws one right into the scene – a feeling of being there and interacting. I can relate to “Ocean” as I lived on the east coast of Florida for many years. Now my fondness for beautiful surroundings has changed from beaches to mountains and quaint little towns.
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Thank you, Eugenia:) I love hearing that! I grew up close to the coast, but now live in the mountains in a small gold rush town. Nature is my muse for a lot of my poetry.
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Nature inspires my poetry, as well! 🙂
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Thanks for hosting D.l. Bette. Her poems are delightful
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Thank you for sharing!.. hope you have a wonderful 4th of July holiday filled with peace, love and happiness!.. 🙂
Until we meet again;
May flowers always line your path
and sunshine light your way,
May songbirds serenade your
every step along the way,
May a rainbow run beside you
in a sky that’s always blue,
And may happiness fill your heart
each day your whole life through.
(Irish Saying)
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Wishing you the same, Larry! ❤
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Thank you! I love that saying,:)
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There is so much variety here, Denise. I really enjoyed these poems. Thanks for sharing these, Bette.
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Thanks, Robbie. I tried to include as much as I could:)
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I read this on John’s blog. Glad to see it here too, Bette!
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Thanks, Kevin:)
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Thank you SO much for having me here today, Bette:)
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My pleasure, indeed, Denise. Kudos and thanks for sharing on these your wonderful poems! ❤
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What a lovely thing to do, Bette. Promoting other authors rocks.
Have a fabulous day. ♥
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It is an amazing gift to help others and I am thankful for that:)
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Thanks so much, Sandee. My talented RWISA author friends are awesome authors, they’re awesome friends and supporters. ❤ Thanks so much for stopping by to enjoy D.L.'s poems. She is a talented multi-genre author and I'm honored to share her work. Have a wonderful week! xo
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makes nature
come alive
in me 🙂
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Thank you! That makes me happy to hear:)
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In me too, David… ❤ Thanks so much for stopping by to enjoy Denise's poetry. Have a wonder-filled week!
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Each poem of Denise is better than the other! I could feel them and be one with the imagery. Thanks for sharing Bette.
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Thank you, Balroop! That’s quite a compliment from a fellow poet:)
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I’m right there with you, Balroop… ❤ Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts! xo
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I always enjoy Denise’s poetry. These are wonderful!
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Thank you, Mae:)
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I just came indoors from being outside in the heat. Oh, that icicles poem FEELS good!
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Happy the icicles could cool you down a bit, Priscilla 🙂
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How beautiful, D.L. Thank you for hosting today, Bette.
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Thank you. Gwen:)
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Thanks for sharing this beautiful poetry, Bette.
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Glad you liked it, Jill:)
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My pleasure, Jill. Thanks so much for stopping by to enjoy. ❤
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Some wonderful poems here. Having ridden all over North America and the UK on the back of a motorcycle, I could relate to Freedom!
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Wow, that’s a lot of riding:) It must have been a lot of fun seeing all those places in such a diect view. I’m glad you could relate to these words!
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It was so much fun! My favourite ride was down the Oregon coast. No better way to experience those amazing views and feeling “freedom”.
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I haven’t made that ride yet, but my husband did and still talks about it. Our son lives there so I will have to do it!
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I like ‘where the rivers meet’ the most.
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Thank you Jina. Glad you enjoyed it!
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