DIVINE WITHIN

inner strength, contentment, dreams

DIVINE WITHIN

 

My eyes glint back and forth

In awe of the graceful migration

Of the Arctic Terns overhead

I am overwhelmed

 

They speak to me

 

You bear the divine within you

The faith you seek

Alas, you are endowed

With peace in your core

 

Scour the skies

For the cosmos will shelter you

In the year of the

Dragon’s poison breath

 

Fright no longer

Your inner forte will overcome

Hence you will shape

Contentment

In this chaotic universe

 

The Arctic Terns slowly

Fade from my dream

It was so existent

wipe the sleep from my eyes

I wonder over their terminus

Resolve to thank them

For their divine deed

 

Go about my business

As a more fortunate human being

Author's Note

A dream so real, he thinks he is a changed man.
Thank you for reading

Reviews

[KAREN]

It's got awesome imagery and the peace it gives the reader when reading is so real.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much for your lovely review
Best
B.

[KAREN]

You're welcome!

[Patricia]

That is a powerful dream of forthcoming serenity that gives the dreamer strength for the coming days, it’s almost prophetic and one that will stay with dreamer as day and days go by. I have had dreams like this, they’re comforting as if they come from heaven. What a beautiful piece B. I love this

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you dear P.. Sometimes I want to go back into my dream...do you ever get that feeling, that reality is too hard to face!
Hugs. B

[Patricia]

yes, yes I do B. and then I write about it like you, and we get through another day. I'm always here for you B, :)

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks P😊

[Fran Marie]

One can feel the serenity
within this narrative;the
divinity of uplifting visions
dreams with positive vibes
of hope in this chaotic universe

Nicely penned

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you dear Fran, for a lovely review
Best B

[Fran Marie]

you're welcome
lovely poem

[M. J. Smith]

Who knows? Perhaps he is. Nature does have a divinity, being created by God, as do we. But most never find or respect it. In themselves or their fellow man. Beautiful words and images, Ma'am. Finely visualized.

[Betty Hermelee]

Why thank you sir... a fine review
Best, B

[M. J. Smith]

When the truth is spoken from the heart, it deserves all praise. I truly loved this poem.

[Ada]

Your poem speaks to modern times...contentment from a chaotic word is very important. You writing is a reminder that peace is possible through nature.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Ada for a lovely review.
Best
B.

[Lorry]

We all need a reset, something that reminds us all of what we have lost and what will be again, in its own sweet time.
But yes, those little moments of calm and normalcy are so very welcome indeed.
More please 😊

[Betty Hermelee]

What sweet review dear Lorry
Appreciate!
Best
B.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Betty… the Serenity of Terns appears on our Rappahannock River .. giving us the Divine presence that rests in our Soul. With our World in turmoil … we need the assurance of Peace .. a place for Prayer that will change the darkness into Light and the Hope of Heaven on Earth where Children can run and frolic in the Sunshine of Spring bursting forth with Butterflies and flowers of lovely gardens of Hope and Desire. tenderly, Pat

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks Pat for your "tender review!
Appreciate it
Best, B

[John the Baptist]

This one has the sound of a religious experience manifesting as part of a dream. The speaker is beholding the migration of the Arctic Terns and is awed by the sight. Miraculously, the birds speak, transmitting sacred knowledge of the Divinity within. They also allay fears, saying protection comes from within, as does contentment. Then the dream fades. The speaker feels fortunate for the experience. While not referencing any particular religion, this was definitely a spiritual experience, a message of great import.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks do much John, I knew you would like this one!!!
Best, B