The Spirit does not lie

The Spirit does not lie

A Poem by Kathy Van Kurin
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What stirs the soul of man?

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The Spirit does not lie.


East wind creases liquid surface setting a chill to my bones.


The spirit does not lie nor water, in ripples of living pattern.


Cold solitude Snow companion presents itself. I am not alone.



Barely cold just a day ago North wind presence has its turn.


Holy Spirit presence my covering as Tiny song birds skitter the ground.


Beyond bare cane black berry hedge, trees strong and tall embrace the sky.



Mortal eyes survey emerald vista masterpiece whilst I wear a crochet crown.


These hands have scattered winter bird seed. Do the birds know it was I?


Brief season of wonder is held elastic within these moments stretching.



A great banquet hall is their destination; ‘Here at Marshland Border.”


’Tweeting, singing, humming, warbling; their calls signal “come and partake!


Feathered orchestra serenade, Intricate Melody, I am allowed a seat of grandeur.

© 2022 Kathy Van Kurin


Author's Note

Kathy Van Kurin
To rejuvenate is the need but is it always recognized?

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wow. so precious and deep. god speaks to us and dwells with us through the miraculous gift of soulful nature. not anything you can buy at wal mart or amazon. great food for thought ... :)

Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Matthew 6:26-27

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Kathy Van Kurin

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Pete,
I have felt many a time when in solitude bathed in nature's melody it is meant to stir .. read more



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wow. so precious and deep. god speaks to us and dwells with us through the miraculous gift of soulful nature. not anything you can buy at wal mart or amazon. great food for thought ... :)

Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Matthew 6:26-27

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1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

Pete,
I have felt many a time when in solitude bathed in nature's melody it is meant to stir .. read more
Sometimes encounters with nature cause the spirit to rise. The scene here is one of wonder as the speaker takes in the beauty of how creatures, trees and wind all contribute to what almost seems a mystical moment. Much preferable to say, the morning news.

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John the Baptist,
It is always a move by more than a wordly spirit which inspires me. For thi.. read more
The cycle repeats, and the praises are sung in many ways. --- I especially like yours.

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Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

JE Falcon,
Thanks . Yes praises are seen and sung. The entire earth groans and sings at the s.. read more
you envision a landscape
of beauty and to commune
in sweet serenity with nature's
essence..spring is in the air
felt with the spirit running
through it..so pleasantly

Nice Work my friend




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Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

Fran Marie,
Yes so much beauty in life, and nature and so much more. It is amazing really. Ho.. read more
strong sense of respect for Mother Earth .. you put me right in it Kathy! especially blessed by the mention of God's Holy Spirit "The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.” John 3:8 :))))))))))))))))))
E.

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Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

Einstein,
I appreciate the inspiring share you just placed here. We cannot take our life forc.. read more
Einstein Noodle

2 Years Ago

hree as well kathy ... just yesterday the crap apple and flowering pear trees, my lilac, spice and m.. read more
What a beautiful canvas of nature you painted! Nature is such a beautiful thing to see and relax in often!

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Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

Kathy Sue Sills,
It is a canvas available for all to enjoy. Every charm, every nuance of colo.. read more
KATHY SUE SILLS

2 Years Ago

My pleasure!
you're good at painting a vivid picture, I like :)

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Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

ANBU,
I hope things are going well where you are and that your finding good and satisfaction .. read more


what a delight Kathy .. your words caused a ripple of delight to course through this old fella's frame & a smile to form on his face this fair mane .. what can be better than nature in all its forms & of course the truth that heads this page 'The Spirit does not lie' ........................... blessing to You & yours ... Neville

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2 Years Ago

Neville,
I wish we could all be pleased and tickles more of the time. I think I am looking fo.. read more
Neville

2 Years Ago


you and me both dear Kathy ............... and bless you too gentle lady .................. .. read more
Lovely poem Kathy. It has certainly stirred. You have painted a beautiful word picture of this nature scene. We can easily become wrapped up in our own internal world and miss the wonders surrounding us.
Take care,
Alan

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Kathy Van Kurin

2 Years Ago

alanwgraham,
Being inspired is a great gift. I sometimes am afraid of loosing this ability. .. read more
Beautifully written, poetic and powerful. I love the imagery, the words, it’s so filled with imagination. ‘The spirit does not lie’ what a strong way to start off the poem with almost an ominous tone. Thank you so much for sharing such a gorgeous piece.

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2 Years Ago

Vertigo Cat,
I was noticing water surface near a little lake the day I wrote this and that is.. read more

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