Bring Forth the Light

From the book Dose (2016)

Do not tremble in the dark

For that which lurks

In the dark

Trembles in the light

Bring forth the light

Reviews

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Darkness can be comforting or frightening depending on whether we loathe or embrace it. I love the night and the silence when I can write without interruption or guilt from being taken away from things "important". But then, my mother said since my birth I've had my days and nights "mixed up". Don't get me wrong, I do not begrudge others their hours in the sun or their busy days filled with people and places. But I'm just an old curmudgeon of the night seeking refuge in familiar shadows. Your poetry never fails to delight, Brad. I think you're one of the finest poets on this site.

[Brad Dehler]

WHOA. Thank you so much for this kudos. I'm speachless. Not too many people really get it, my poetry. I am thrilled, you are lockstep with it. Yes, I've been a night owl since my youngest memories. We are social beings, but some of us also thrive in contemplation

[Chris]

Words that "touch" softly and to live with...

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you Chris for stopping by and giving remark

[Scott Kris]

Boom!
The best way to think.

I love this.

Thanks for sharing.

Scott

[Brad Dehler]

Lol, yes. I love your take on this Scott. Boom! Yeah, its quick but can be intense.

[Lisasview]

Good morning Brad,
All of us has the ability to bring out the light…
But many enjoy wallowing in their darkness.
I really enjoyed your words. They are definitely food for thought.
Lisa, still in Spain

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you! I am happy to help provoke some thought into the situation. I appreciate you reading :)

[Lisasview]

Hi brad,
That is I believe always the hope of a writer.
Lisa, cold and rainy here

[Laz K.]

My initial reaction: Amen! These lines feel so Biblical!
Then, I had a moment of synchronicity as I just had read Coyote's "Hanging with Dorian Gray and some poetry/quotes" in which he also talkes about the darkness inside of us.
Poetry is one of the paths toward what we call "The Truth."
I admire the terse, epigrammatical denseness of these lines.

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you Laz! I appreciate your unique take on it. I am hoping to inspire refreshed thought about life.

[Coyote Poetry]

You wrote everything necessary. In the darkness. We can create ghosts and monsters. Then we believe. There is no monsters in the daylight. I believe more monsters in the daylight Brad. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you for this Coyote. We can be torch bearers but there is so much darkness around us. And we can get lost in the dark if we are not mindful. High compliment to affirm writing "everything necessary" in this compact poem. Cheers

[Coyote Poetry]

You did Brad. I liked the poetry. I was a soldier for 15 years. I learn to love the quiet and darkness of the desert. Only the snakes moved about. You are welcome.

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you for your service

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Chris.

[AYVID N]

Light is needed so truly. All that lurks in the dark fears it. The light would resolve so much of what is plaguing the world today. A powerful message in a few choice words.

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you DIVYA, I really appreciate your insight and support on the subject. Thank you for the encouragement!

[AYVID N]

Its a pleasure and you are welcome Brad :)

[JD Major]

Great Message, Brad, and so well written!
JD

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you for your input JD!

[willweb]

I really like this way of seeing things. very cool.

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you Willweb

[Angelove]

The light is what we all search for. Good writing!

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you so much Angellove! I appreciate your support and encouraging words :)

[W. Barrett Munn]

Bring for the light; bring forth your light.

You have once again illuminated our darkness.

Winston

[Brad Dehler]

Thank you sir! Much appreciated. You made my day :)