Ashes to ashes;
Dust to dust.
Weep, if you will,
Rage, if you must.
The prayers of your heart
Rise like smoke to the sky.
Sending your love
With the ashes on high.
The fire before you
Dances in flame.
Everything’s different;
Nothing’s the same.
The cleansing heat of the fire
Burns hot, you are learning.
Everything has its
Own way of burning.
Amazing images and really liked the poem too.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tonia. I just never know with fewer words if I am clear enough with my message. Individuals will interpret for themselves.
DeleteLoved it!
ReplyDeleteAmy, thank you.
DeleteI am not a poet - at all, but I liked this very much. The big things in nature, fire, water, earth are things we all in some way, relate to. I miss Lake Michigan and the fires we built and sat around. It was soothing and peaceful. Did you know that in the temple in old testament times that incense was burned and the smoke was a symbol of the prayers of the people, floating up to heaven.
ReplyDeleteI think the symbolism of smoke is a beautiful one. Thanks for checking in, Sue. Come see me! We're in!
DeleteGreat thoughts this morning! Thanks for sharing them, Denise.
ReplyDeleteOh, Kendra. I appreciate your supportive words. Have a great day!
DeleteYour photos are always great, so I'll just say I really love your poem!
ReplyDeleteDeb, thank you, on both counts!
DeleteGood stuff, Denise!
ReplyDeleteMelinda, thank you. It's always so nice to hear from you!
DeleteBeautiful, Denise! Would love to see more of your poetry. You are so talented!!!
ReplyDeleteCarol, I just wish I could see more of your art!
DeleteI love this. Your words were just right. Your photos are always, always, wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Stella! You're making me smile today!
Deleteyum, yum and yuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuum
ReplyDeleteOh, Liane! Glad it tasted good to you!
DeleteGreat images and message! I felt so much emotion in your post--maybe we are experiencing some of the same ones?
ReplyDeletePerhaps, Beth...the fire brought so many emotions to the surface.
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