In Loving God

In Loving God

I let the dogs out this morning  

the sky still dark

the windbreeze pressing the moist fog to my face and mind

it smells like fresh hung linens

the dogs offer lakes and rivers

leave fertile architectures ..... shapes like

The Tower of Pisa, 

                                   the Pantheon,

Pyramids and sprawling ranches ...

they are big dogs with plenty of supplies

thank you oh Lord ... thank you oh Lord

taking once more a deep precious breath 

of my life.

Towers hoisted against forbearing sky - 

mountain's root and nerve the

 oceans' poise ....................

I see .................

an undying accord 

a persistent rapport

The dog chases the trails of nightfall and

I inhale the scents: perpetuity on mortality

So, thank you, oh Lord, for every deep breath of my life

How can one express such splendor 

such vast an expanse in the smallest of life

green shoots and sprouts

clear, clean ice drops .................

one drop of God

on seeking tongues

on bending oak and iron

when our heavy rain enfolds comfort arms

on weathered, rusted roofs ................

God's own assurance melds,

welds the bonds ............

How big you are 

Oh God.

E.

02/23/2018

Author's Note

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Your poetry a celebration of dawn rising. Your lines elevating my mood. As I respond to you the early sun floods through the upper bay window where we are staying for the week. All is good with my world and that is the feeling your words give me too. We should appreciate the simple things in life. Appreciation of little things can bring contentment in a world where there is such cruelty. We are but specks in the ocean of time. Your poetry, rich with its spiritual thread weaving through its warp and weft.
Thank you Mr E.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

you connect with me ... what a treasure ... God bless your stay and view from that bay window ... so blessed by your words Christine ... love love love and peace ;)
E.

[Chris Shaw]

Sending all good wishes to you across the pond :)

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

Your poem is a beautiful reflection on the beauty of nature and the gratitude we feel for the simple things in life. The imagery you use - the moist fog pressing against your face, the lakes and rivers the dogs offer, the undying accord you see - is particularly effective in conveying a sense of the vastness and wonder of the world around us. Your expression of gratitude - "thank you oh Lord" - is a powerful reminder that we should be thankful for every breath we take and every moment we have. Overall, I think your poem is a beautiful celebration of life and a reminder that even the smallest things can be sources of wonder and joy.

[Einstein Noodle]

yes! thank you so much for joining in the celebration and letting me know .. your review is very gratifying to me! :)
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Gene... Nature affords our Soul with love and caring...
we are part of the Light that shines through the branches before
the Moon fades and the Sun rises. And when we Nap in the
Sunbeams of quiet enlightenment... we embrace the Creator's Gift
of warmth and blessings. May your days be the sweetest slumber
when ill winds blow with bits of thunder. tenderly, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

and right back at ya Pat! your review reveals a bit of Irish in you, no doubt! what a comforting blessing you have given me ... thank you so much! it especially touches me this morning
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

It is a tough time with so many crossing the Border...
it seems so surreal... especially the children. Hopefully, they will not suffer. I remember... Jesus said,
"Suffer the children to come to me,,, for such is the Kingdom of God". Something to ponder. God bless and keep you in His care. Always, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

Yes .. Jesus did say that

[KT-B]

I chose this one to read since we are marveling together about the majesty of a beautiful day, nature and the likes - you paint a wonderful picture I can see it all in my minds eye - clever writer, I am humbled you take the time to read and review my simple offerings -:)

[Einstein Noodle]

and so am i KT-B ... humbled and grateful to be getting to know you a bit ... this is kind of one of my favorites (if we may have them;) really happy you landed on it .. my doggies and the forest surrounding our little place in the woods are near and dear ... see you 'round the Cafe' eh!?
E.

[Dara]

I am so happy to have come across your beautiful write this morning. It makes for a wonderful start to the day and a reminder that God is still in control. We can stew, worry and fret about all the things that seem to go wrong in life but at the end of the day, what a blessing to go to bed knowing that 'He's got this!' and can sleep peacefully. One of my worst traits is trying to save the world. I must remember that there is someone 'up there' who is more powerful than anything we know on this earth. Thank you for your words today dear E.

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you for your review Dara ... its a rain all day today .. and i really don't feel much like being productive ... but your reading and reaction lift me up :) guess i will suck it up and give my "puppies" their baths :))))))))))) together they weigh almost 300 lbs ... so it is no easy breezy ... but they deserve that and much more ... the rest of the day to ya my friend!
thank you again for taking time
E.

[Verse]

mountain's root and nerve the
oceans' poise ....................
I see .................
an undying accord
a persistent rapport

Just one of the many bells that resonate throughout your amazing tribute. The whimsy of big dogs to big God, and the seriousness of philosophy run like a stream bisecting every line.

Glory, upon glory.

V

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you for reading with mind and heart and spirit ..that's what it's all about isn't it ... so glad to have met you! peace and love Verse!
E.

[angel]

The majesty of dog poop... amused and also impressed that you can find beauty there. How do you bear to shovel it up and throw it out?
Seriously, as a devout believer, I think this is a beautiful piece.

[Einstein Noodle]

so glad you see my intent ... oh... i bear it all right ... i have two very large dogs and their artistic creations are equal to their size ...fortunately for me we are surrounded by forest and a few of the "out buildings" are deposited there ... or i would really have my hands full ;}
E.

[Onlyme]

Very enjoyable poem in the countryside dog walking and savouring life and living.

[Einstein Noodle]

yes ... certain moments stand out don't they?! when things in our heads slow to a stop and we realize just how profound and beautiful it is around us ... to be "in the moment" is a goal of meditation ..but sometimes it is a gift unlooked for eh!? thanks Dee ..for reading and reviewing :)
E.

[Onlyme]

My pleasure. Thanks E. For sharing.

[Lyn Anderson]

I admire this. It's sense of certain. While there are those of us who question, especially in times of dark ... nicely done

[Einstein Noodle]

what a treat to have your visits Lyn! thank you so much ... yes...Faith it is that lights up any darkness ... i believe all questioning is good if done in honest pursuit of truth ... God, especially must be able to handle all the questioning ever...as well as our doubts ... i have found that some of the most difficult questions loose their importance as my journey has continued onward ... perhaps the answers weren't what i wanted at all ;) love ya! peace and joy forever! :)
E.

[kitty]

How big thou art, oh God and greater still tis true.. He tauhgt us how to live and love each other too! He gave the world to us for us to appreciate His goodness and His might. ... He made the lame to walk and gave to some new sight!

[Einstein Noodle]

how delightful to read your review...praising Almighty God ... all so true :) are we just meeting? my memory skills have dulled but i don't recall our meeting before... i will stop by your place to see if it jogs anything in me ol' noodle ;))
thanks so much for taking time and your appreciation of our Creator lifts me up this morning...love and peace
E.

[kitty]

Peace & Love returned. Thanks!