LET IT GO
When there’s a bolt from the blue
Or the thick thundering threats loom large
Let patience hold my hand
And help cross the confines of fear
When envy’s flame burns my soul
Or pride rises to reach the sky
Let prayers take hold of my mind
And help me let go of these impulses
When my boat sets sail in twilight
And is enveloped in darkness
Let my soul sing Thy Name
And I in peace cross the bar
Posted for Laurie's prompt 'letting go' @ Poetry Jam
Peace and hope in your words that transcends the hurt and pain around us, love the way this drifts. Lovely poem.
ReplyDeleteA soft prayer to lord:)
ReplyDeleteSo soft and sublime ... loved it :-)
ReplyDeleteWhen envy’s flame burns my soul
ReplyDeleteOr pride rises to reach the sky
Let prayers take hold of my mind
And help me let go of these impulses
One of the most damaging to oneself, envy! One's thinking gets compromised and adverse feelings take over. Nicely Sumana!
Hank
Beautiful! Patience and prayers are key to letting go.
ReplyDeletehas a very nice lyrical feel....feels like a spiritual....yeah, i like this one much....as we let go as allow that peace to come in...realizing we are not in charge
ReplyDeleteSumana, this poem is really a favorite of mine of the poems of yours I have read & really gives some good examples of letting go! And in a remarkable and meaningful way! I REALLY like it.
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing and true! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ~ let patience and prayers hold my hand and mind ~
ReplyDeleteamazing lines..very nicely written
ReplyDeletebeautiful words crafted so nicely. a lovely prayer!
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely, Sumana!
ReplyDeleteThis was lovely!
ReplyDeleteI like how the rhythm of your poem mirrors your words - the atmosphere is serene and peaceful.
ReplyDeleteNicely done and thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful prayer! Loved this.
ReplyDeleteSumana, this is absolutely lovely. Made me release that breath I'd been holding :-)
ReplyDeleteWonderful take on this prompt, Sumana. The image complements the poem beautifully.
ReplyDeleteSo so beautiful. It is like a fisherman's prayer. Your writing is so eloquent.
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