The sweetest things

The simple things my friends make life worthwhile.

                                  The sweetest things

I have saw so many beautiful places and I have walked on places of mystery and ancient grounds.
I have watched the sea rise and fall. I have danced with  the waves  of the California coastline.

I have suicide board the big storms of Winter with the Pacific ocean.  I felt so small and so safe.
The Pacific was kind to me. She knew I respected her.

I stood upon mountain tops. I prayed to the hawk and the eagle.
I stood at the pinnacle in Virginia and I could see four states.
My eyes could see forever the beauty and strength of nature.

I free-climbed every mountain near. I climb to places few people had touched or seen.
I did not fear the possibility of no way back with ease. I had no fear and too much whiskey to
make me test my will to be alive.

I stood on the grounds of ancient Castles in Germany. I could feel the power and strength
of a once powerful race of people.

I saw and touched Egypt ancient places and sand. I liked the old places. When I ran my hands through
the sand of the Egypt desert. I felt the loneliness of a once beautiful and alive place.

I saw 40 countries and befriended people in each place. I wanted to understand each location
and allow them to become part of me.

The lessons that I learn was all mothers and fathers want the same. They want their children to be
safe and free. Every mother and father love their children.

I know life is fair and good for the man who don't want to steal or abuse.
I learn everybody want a warm and safe place to live. I never met a man or woman
who wanted their child to be killed in war.

Today I have Grandchildren at my feet. I know what the sweetest things are.
A life filled with travel, a lot of laughter and children.

A wealthy men had many friends and he had known and shared love often.
The sweetest things are free. Lead with kindness and love.

                       Coyote/John Castellenas

Author's Note

A new poem. I hope you enjoy.

Reviews

[Thea]

First of all, I would like to say that I missed reading your poems, Coyote.
It seems like you've really seen life so much, all the things you've experienced and pondered about were just amazing and inspiring, as always.
I can see that you've built a well-contoured imagery in this poem, the flow and narrative, your words are simply thought-provoking.
Perhaps after years, I would realize such things as well as I witness myself having kids and grandchildren.
I really like the last line. It is something that I could cherish for life. "The sweetest things are free. Lead with kindness and love." Full of wisdom. Full of simplicity yet veracity. Full of thoughts.
I am impressed once again. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful work of yours.
:)

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Thrinna. Life teaches us what is important. I believe when we learn. The goal of life isn't for us to have everything. We gained wisdom.

[Emilia A]

Beautiful imagery. I haven't traveled much, but this makes me yearn to see these places for myself. I love your work.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Emilia. You are young. I told my kids. Travel, have fun and test life before being locked in work and marriage. Best time to travel is when you are young.

[Dhaye]

You have reached almost a big part of the world. You have met many people. There you see what life is. That it needs only the simple yet sweet things which are free- family, laughter, smile, love- they are all free. But first, give everyone a free world...free from the curse of war.

Nice poem, CP.

[Coyote Poetry]

I wish our leaders didn't lead with free weapons and hate. One day. I believe the common folks will be tire of war. Demand peace for the children. Thank you for reading and the comment.

[~Sarah~ Idríel T..]

'The sweetest things are free. Lead with kindness and love.'

Wise words my friend, wise words. :)

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Sarah. I appreciate the comment. I also enjoyed your poetry today.

[~Sarah~ Idríel The Fair]

I have made new one and I'm translating other from finnish to english.

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

There is beauty all around us and everywhere we go, your delightful descriptions gave me a care free feeling in my spirit.

I stood upon mountain tops. I prayed to the hawk and the eagle.
I stood at the pinnacle in Virginia and I could see four states.
My eyes could see forever the beauty and strength of nature.

I especially love this part, that mud thane been amazing to see.

[Coyote Poetry]

It is. Thank you for reading and the comment my friend.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

You are welcome sir.

[Benita-Staebell M - Kin..]

beautiful the sweetest things are those blessings
that god gives us family friends children Grandchildren
parents and many beautiful things in the world sunsets
sunrises if we focus on him and what he has given us
we find peace there.

But in the world there won't be
until Christ comes.

Beautiful.

I have saw so many beautiful places and I have walked on places of mystery and ancient grounds.
I have watched the sea rise and fall. I have danced with the waves of the California coastline.

Thank you for sharing. Blessings. Kindred poet

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you my friend. I appreciate the comment.

[Benita-Staebell M - KindredPoet]

You're welcome I Enjoyed reading. Blessings. Kindred poet

[Aethereal]

You seem to have a natural vision of what it is to be a sane human being having all those natural species survival traits intact. Like ancient man you're in tune with the Earth and all her children, and this is what makes you so interesting. Sometimes I feel as though your poems are being written by an in intelligent bear, or eagle. But they are intelligent, right? What would an eagle write if she could, or a bear?

[Coyote Poetry]

I feel like a old bear sometime. I'm 1/2 Ojibwa. I was taught by a wise Ojibwa Grandmother who taught me. Be kind to all people. Respect the earth. Thank you for reading and the comment.

[Aethereal]

You're welcome, Mr Bear! Bears are cute, but powerful.

[Honey-Bee]

Lovely piece! A wealthy man is someone who shares love with his children, family and friends. This is true.

[Coyote Poetry]

Dying alone and without love near. Is a sad death. Thank you for reading and the comment.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Your heart and mind are things of beauty my friend; reflected in your words like a mirrored image in a cool summer pond. I most enjoy your connections with history and your respect for places of power and the earth. I have seen much beauty and wonder here as well and a good portion of it is contained in your poetry. Peace and happiness to you. F.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Fabian. Easter is a time to reflex. We celebrate Easter for a man of true peace and we live with with war. The human nature of man is hard to understand.

[Zahra]

enjoyed this piece.
I know life is fair and good for the man who
don't want to steal or abuse.
I learn everybody want a warm and safe place to
live. I never met a man or woman
who wanted their child to be killed in war.
Your poetry always has message and purpose, something we really need to remember as writers. Cool one.

[Coyote Poetry]

I try. One day the people in leadership will learn. A soldier killed is a son of someone somewhere. I hope to know one day of peace in my life. Thank you for reading and the comment.