copyright: Sue Vincent – Causeway
Horizon
Dare I fly from the sea’s rim to the sun’s white center
When sorrow bleeds crimson from my tongue and fingertips
Will I sing through the throat of hope, the beauty of the human story?
My wings unfold with the flame of a yearning soul
When sorrow bleeds crimson from my tongue and fingertips
If heart’s betrayals bend me beneath grief and despair
My wings unfold with the flame of a yearning soul
As hallowed skies blaze away the bruised ache of living
If heart’s betrayals bend me beneath grief and despair
Remember by faded day the child’s longing for life’s horizon
As hallowed skies blaze away the bruised ache of living
In night’s full wildness dream of yes beneath the weary bone moon
Remember by faded day the child’s longing for life’s horizon
Dare I fly from the sea’s rim to the sun’s white center
In night’s full wildness dream of yes beneath the weary bone moon
Will I sing through the throat of hope, the beauty of the human story?
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I’ve been trying to write a pantoum for a year, honestly. I love this form, but struggled with it! Sue’s Thursday #writephoto prompt inspired me to just go for it.
Be peaceful, be well.
Myths of the Mirror 
It’s a beautiful post!❣❣ I love reading all you post…🥰🥰❣❣
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Thank you Shreyar. I’m so glad you enjoyed this one. Have a wonderful, happy, healthy day. 😀
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Lovely pantoum! Glad you took the time to write it.
I’m just now realizing that WordPress hasn’t updated me for a LONG time about some of my favorite writers despite my settings saying I want emails about their posts. So I’ll be going through a lot of your posts soon and sending you more notifications than you’ll want!
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Thank you! The pantoum was so hard, but I’m glad I tried it. And no problem missing posts. We are get super busy, I know!
During my launch I didn’t post for almost a month since there were visits at other blogs. It’s been so busy. But I’m glad to see you! WP switched me to Gutenberg yesterday, so I’m not a happy camper with them either!
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Gutenberg is the pits. I tried to find a way to complain, but the only thing I saw was “we’ll only pay attention to you if you pay us for your site.” And I don’t, so…. hahaha, too bad for me!
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I need to watch a WP video since I have no idea how to do the basic things I used to do. And I need to do it soon. *Sigh*
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I just don’t like how cumbersome it is. Even if there’s added utility, just knowing when you’re making a new “block” is garbage. The closer a processor is to MS Word, the gold standard, the better. The new Gutenberg system has overcomplicated some things in effort to simplify things that don’t matter.
That being said, I’d be interested to know if photo bloggers like it.
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Well done, Diana! Vivid and powerful.
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Thanks, Julie. It was a challenge for sure to make it all work as the lines mixed up. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Happy Gardening. 🙂
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Vivid. Beautiful. Awesome.
Best regards, JL
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Thanks so much for stopping by to read! I’m so glad that you enjoyed the poem. 🙂 I wanted to let you know that your link isn’t working, so I can’t get to your site to return the visit. This happens to a lot of bloggers who change their site address. Here’s a post that tells you how to fix it. Let me know when you’ve tried it and I’ll test it for you. 🙂
https://mythsofthemirror.com/2019/04/06/7-steps-to-a-user-friendly-blog/
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Nicely done!
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Thanks, Mark. I was so intrigued by the form. I’m not sure that I’m done with this poem, but after a year it was time to stop fussing with it. 😀 I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a great day.
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This is beautiful, Diana! The repeating lines were seamlessly woven into the touching thoughts. I only did pantoum once so I appreciated this poem a lot!
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Just so beautiful, Diana! And the perfect response to Sue’s photo!
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Thank you, Sarah. This one was so challenging for me, but the image was the final touch, and it was time to let it go and post it. Thanks so much for stopping by to read. Be well, my friend. ❤
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It always feels good to accomplish something we struggle with. I have no understanding of poetry but understand that feeling. Enjoyed reading this. Stay safe and well.
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Thanks so much for stopping by to read. I don’t consider myself a poet either really, but I throw it out there now and then. True poets make it look easy and it’s not! Lol. Have a lovely Sunday and take care. 😀
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Beautified penned, Diana… Glad you rose to the challenge. 🙂
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Thanks so much for the visit and the lovely comment, Kevin. I hope you’re doing well and staying safe. Have a peaceful day. ❤
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It’s been a while since I visited any blogs so I dedicated myself to catching up today. 🙂
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Much appreciated, my friend. I hope you’re busy being creative. 🙂
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Not so much, but been doing a bit of gardening, catching up on tv dramas and movies, and playing some games. 🙂
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Thanks for sharing, Sue. 🙂
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Diana, Such a beautiful, poignant, poem. It would make a beautiful song if someone could write the music to it. 💕
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Thank you for the kind comment, Erica. A song? I hadn’t thought of that and wouldn’t even attempt it! It was hard enough to get this poem out. Lol. I’m glad you enjoyed it though. Enjoy your day, and I hope a little sunshine comes your way. ❤
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This is beautiful. It may have felt like a struggle but it came out perfectly.
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Thank you, Andrew. I’m always delighted when wonderful poets have kind words for my attempts to be poetic! Thanks for the visit and be well, my friend. ❤
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So well done–no matter how long it took you! 🙂
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Thanks, Betsy. I was fascinated by the form and had to give it a go. 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a lovely week and take care of you and yours. ❤
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Oh, Diana, this is breathtaking and emotional and perfect for these times. I’ll have to try this form someday, too, so thanks for the intro. Wishing you a wonderful start to your week and stay safe!
~Lauren 💕
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“Will I sing through the throat of hope, the beauty of the human story”
This last verse Di is epic…😊😊😊 and you nailed this form.
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This is so evocative 💜
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Lovely, Diana!
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Thanks so much for stopping by to read, Jennie. I hope you have a beautiful day. And if your a mom, have a sweet Mother’s Day. ❤
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Always a pleasure, Diana! Yes, I’m a mom and a Grammy. Happy Mother’s Day to you. ❤️
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