Fluffed Fat Extravagence

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Fluffed fat extravagance

New Year’s Day has come and gone. Sitting in my treasured spot with umbrella booth of protection, Rain drops fall in extravagance. Terra Firma saturation rises in mists this early afternoon. Bog tree grove spreads in thankfulness, its vista holding Branches stretched out and up. Spacious room, where are the walls? Here is enough with the great pewter sky my ceiling. Everything here below is nurtured in life giving moisture.

 

 

 Aramaic bible in plain English, Psalm 50:11 know every bird of the sky and the animal of the wilderness is mine.

 

I sit in this place of peace with umbrella covering. Great deluge rain drop orchestra, a personal sonata plays like piano strains thrumming all around. . Fluffed fat- a water mist wonder- Little song birds boldly remain bulking their feathers, looking for seeds, bugs or worms, not shy of the wet curtain. Tufts of leaves poke out of the old d’êtres floor like porcupine quills, the little birds simply continue turning the surface in their quest for food.

 

Matthew 5:45: That Ye may be the children of your. Father which is in heaven: for he makes. His sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust.

 

Grace’s cloak covers and shelters all. Nature’s place gives itself away. It is precious inclusion. No hiding from inner questions or inner ponderings. Solitude’s stillness gives way to imagination’s doorway as Design of life steps forward. I fall through my own soul.  Why does this place extend its hand, saying “come forward?” This raindrop reality holds me as we look into one another’s eyes? I begin to understand an inner place of peace not humanly spoken but of the rainbow multi colored voice of God’s love, saying “I will never leave you nor forsake you.

 

 

“Job 12:7-9 New International Version (NIV)  ⁷ “But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; ⁸ or speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish in the sea inform you.⁹ Which of all these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this?

 

 

An Hour wedge of time has given itself away. This soul lies as if saturated, rejuvenated. Why do I feel so privileged? Young spotted towhees flash their snowy white, striped tail feathers. Plain brown wren hides herself as always in nearby blackberry hedge.  Sweet trills give her presence away. Oh the ducks rejoice in nearby pond. They race in splashing frenzy. Oh delight. Must I leave here; Gather umbrella, books, pack? Adieu, dear sweet place. I shall return.   We will meet again. For God will once again be faithful to meet with me within this place of blessing. He loves us and wants us to love Him.

 

 

Psalm 84:1-3, how lovely is your dwelling place, LORD Almighty!
 ² My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.
³ Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself where she may have her young�" a place near your altar   Lord Almighty, my King and my God.

Author's Note

I know that God has always been my strength and Joy. Life is difficult at best but in all things I am not alone. So thankful!

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Kathy... I adore all the birds in the "pewter sky".
I love the poetry in the Bible, and appreciate your pen as
it speaks of passages that are close to my heart. Of course,
God in his infinite mercy, watches the Sparrow and I know he watches me.
Bless you and keep you as you enjoy the beauty of earth and sky.
truly with love, Pat

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Patricia,
I suppose that I am not the only one whom is mesmerized by all Natural wonders. It is infinite in scope. This was from a day of taking a little time to allow nature to give it's unique voice. It will never grow old. I truly am tickled with your kindness and feelings. It is so encouraging. Thank you so very much! Bless you as we have now stepped over the threshold of this New Year- 2020.
Kathy

[Wanda Vergara-Yates]

Hey y'all, isn't that the point? God mesmerizes with every stroke of His paintbrush. If we allow Him to, He creates within us and all around us the beauty that blesses on every side, regardless of circumstance. This year, my issue is the "trust" thing. Every time I come to a decision and hesitate, I hear God's little voice inside my heart asking, "Don't you trust Me?" And this will probably creep into a writing of mine very soon. That and something about being greeted as a friend and seeing Jesus' eyes light up when I step into heaven. We all experience God differently, and if we allow - beautifully!

[Ted Kniffen]

I like this quite a bit Kathy ... it speaks to me in so many ways. The first thing is the raid, I love it, if it's raining i"ll be outside just watching and listening, almost like you can hear God whisper.
Your choice of bible verses worked very well and are refreshing to see, especially in this climate of distrust and anger.

Well done. Take care ... be safe

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Ted, I like the rain too. It is a peaceful presence. I hope your summer is lovely and that you and your family are well. I sure appreciate your time spent to read and give honest responses as you do. It's always a treat to hear from you. Yes this poem was a fun one to put together. It's very cool to hear what you thought..encouraging too.
Bless you bunches.
Kathy

[Ted Kniffen]

Things are good here Kathy. All in the family are safe. I enjoy reading your poems, although I haven't been reviewing as much as I should.

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Beautiful write, Kathy Van Kurin. Pretty imagery and well-weaved scriptures. Nature is too awesome, I can't get enough of it. Your write shows amazement and it was a delight to read. Thank you for sharing, dear.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1cnTJt1xRY&list=PLVbKBmR95Pprh5MaudwerlvB38QAZI0x5&index=40&t=0s

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Hi Cyprian,
It is so nice to hear from you. Thank you for reading this poem. I sure enjoyed the day when it was written. This summer has been a joy. Thankful. It's beauty and mystery and loveliness always brings amazement. I see the hand of God in it's mysterious design. Such a wonder!
I hope you are enjoying your summer and staying busy with your good life.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Nice to hear from you too, Kathy. :)
Stay safe too, and happy.

[Fran Marie]

July has now arrive e d
and now we're in middle
of the year..your writing
here is lovely with the
intertwining bible
verses added.
.so much wisdom
to behold here

I really enjoyed
this entire piece
and appreciate
and can relate
to the first stanza
you took me there
with the freedom
and glory of all
nature and heavens
have to offer

no walls confinement
yet a solitude in which
we can delight and enjoy
so well done
and expressed.
Happy 4 4th of July

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Fran Marie,
This Independence Day I find myself pondering what cost freedom. Do we think much about that in our present day. Precarious days we are in. Do we treasure what wev'e always had. What of those that brought this present reality into being. Not perfect but a place where people can find meaning and purpose.
I send blessings spinning your way this fourth of July night.
Kathy

[Wanda Vergara-Yates]

Beautiful. A very strong percentage of all my writing, both poetry and prose, is spiritual in nature. As it should be, for God gave me life---and words to express the joy in it.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Wanda, your joy shows. It is good to see the confidence of your faith in Christ. I understand your position and feel the same. Thank you for your comment.
Blessings,
Kathy

[emmajoy]

You've created such wonderfully thoughtful, kind and biblically sound reference points here, Kathy.. Yet you've offered your thoughts and faith with less of the academic and dogma than some might. This isn't a sermon but better: displays of love of and love from the beauty of the living world - especially more - those creatures that have always made for the heavens! Take it or leave it.. reader, as you will.

' .. little birds simply continue turning the surface in their quest for food.. ' whatever life and the world's condition is.. we need keep on searching, perhaps?

[Kathy Van Kurin]

emma,
To search, to wonder, to hope for new understanding and growth. How good to possess this attribute. It definitly gives life meaning. The point of reference you shared about the little birds and what your interepretation was is what taking in the work of others is all about. It is so satisfying to see how people feel! I love seeing your own thoughts too. Thank you for that.
Bless you,
Kathy

[Katrina Mckeown]

We are truly blessed dear Kathy, I have been through many hardships in my life and God has always shown up in others to help me through. I love the way you speak of God and his infinite mercy upon us. It is comforting to know we are never alone!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Katrina McKeown,
I agree with you. To admit that blessing is present and that not of ourselves is so precious! Your testimony above is lovely as you give the praise to a God who loves and is interested in us and being with us and sees us through all. He dosn't give us a easy road but a road of fellowship with His presence. I identify with you in that life is hard and that Jesus my Savior has somehow given me hope and help.
Bless ya!
Kathy

[Sami Khalil]

God is awesome along with all he bestowed in design and beauty. Your blend of faith and poetry is enchanting and full of truth. Your place is of refuge is worth every minute and moment. May you always be blessed along with your surroundings.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thank you dear Sami,
I truly enjoy the enjoying of another's own unique take on a writing. I causes me such joy to see the expression within design in other human beings..you included absolutely...and thanks much for that!
Kathy

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! You are welcome....

[Sami Khalil]

"a personal sonata plays like piano strains thrumming all around. . Fluffed fat- a water mist wonder- "

[Kathy Van Kurin]

yes, that day of inspiration was a live concert with mists of rain all round! You got it for sure. I wish you blessings just like that!

[Sami Khalil]

::::::)))))))))

[Sami Khalil]

"Rain drops fall in extravagance. Terra Firma saturation rises in mists this early afternoon. Bog tree grove spreads in thankfulness, its vista holding Branches stretched out and up."

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thank you Sami, It is the engulfing of grace which causes we people to recognize that some things are straight from the Great Creator, and All Mighty Hand of God. This writing came from that for me!
Bless you muchly!
Kathy

[Sami Khalil]

So true. You are welcome Kathy...