thoughts
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Off a frozen ledge One drop of fallen rain Slowly drips and Freezes, adhering to another,Then another Forming an icicle – A stalactite Refuge for those Who reach out For fear of drowning – Sliding passed water’s edge Only to find Their icy grip Is slippery-futile And immerse they must with Heads submerging Til the… Read more
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The devouring sea Of troublesome thought Swells to overwhelm What is to be naught. With hope ever trying Like towers of sand, It is hopeless lying Under a liar’s remand. Where is the encompassing light? O pleasantly warm, endearing, pure… I give up my worldly fight Finally wholeness from omniscient lure And with the determined… Read more
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a single drop, heaven’s tear, falling from a billowy home far above… the moment is just right to weep for he who wanders away. a single petal, with hue of warmth breaks a long fall allowing safe passage to the ground softly to rest, gently nourishing parched soil. a single moment, a cleansing tear… Read more
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Ebbs and flows Of persistent swell Old one out Meets new one in Exchanging Pleasantries – a nod and a Good day! I too say good bye To yesterday who Is ever cordial To today. And all is well. As smiling hearts Always hold sway. And steadily Onward going On delicate Green paths Under even… Read more
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There is softness in your touch, O Lord, gently urging our rest under Powder blue upon velvety green That flow to one another Meeting at one decidedly Straight line – Our perspective horizon. Do you believe our hearts, Are connected? Across waves of blue Through gentle white bursts Of moisture laden Ships of the sky.… Read more
Rick Stassi Poetry 