The Spirit does not lie

What stirs the soul of man?

 

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.

Author's Note

To rejuvenate is the need but is it always recognized?

Reviews

[Re-Pete]

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

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Pete,
I have felt many a time when in solitude bathed in nature's melody it is meant to stir my inner design, my soul. For that is exactly what happens. Through the ages many a person has waxed poetic in such a setting. it also gives a special outdoor room to simply think, speculate and just be. I love it so. I sure do like your super nice review and input. As always thanks so much.
Blessings to you and yours.
kathy

[John the Baptist]

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.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

John the Baptist,
It is always a move by more than a wordly spirit which inspires me. For this world was created. Every nuance has its ancient beginnings in a powerful and all knowing one which knows all, sees all and is in all. Sin is the problem. You also made a really good point it feeds my heart these visits to nature's rooms natures experiences and places.
Bless you and thankyou for reading and commenting.

Kathy

[JE Falcon]

The cycle repeats, and the praises are sung in many ways. --- I especially like yours.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

JE Falcon,
Thanks . Yes praises are seen and sung. The entire earth groans and sings at the same time. Dark and light. Clues for our finding. As that of a master painter. We analyze ponder. This is a God given imprint on our lives. Thanks for reading.
Kathy

[Fran Marie]

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

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Fran Marie,
Yes so much beauty in life, and nature and so much more. It is amazing really. Hope you are
finding some amazing things to tickle your
fancy.
Thank you for reading-reviewing.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Einstein Noodle]

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.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Einstein,
I appreciate the inspiring share you just placed here. We cannot take our life force within and without for granted. Every breath is a gift. It's so good to just stop sometimes and focus on this life gift and how God speaks if we want to listen might even hear.
Thanks much. I'm loving the budding, birdies and longer days as Spring is almost at the door.
Kathy
Kathy

[Einstein Noodle]

hree as well kathy ... just yesterday the crap apple and flowering pear trees, my lilac, spice and mock orange shrubs have all exploded with budding ... spectacular, spectacular eh!? :)

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

What a beautiful canvas of nature you painted! Nature is such a beautiful thing to see and relax in often!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Kathy Sue Sills,
It is a canvas available for all to enjoy. Every charm, every nuance of color available to our thirsty souls. We can absorb and be strengthened. Thank you for coming by. I hope you find renewel and strength in a spring flower, glimpse of blue above.
Bless you,
Kathy

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

My pleasure!

[ANBU Writings]

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

[Kathy Van Kurin]

ANBU,
I hope things are going well where you are and that your finding good and satisfaction of life and work. Thanks for reading my little bit.
Bless you.
kathy

[Neville]

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

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Neville,
I wish we could all be pleased and tickles more of the time. I think I am looking for the word wonder-awe. Seems like that is what keeps me going or at least I hope for it, even pray for. It is nice to get feedback like yours. Winter has been beautiful but gosh I'm hoping for the wonder of Spring buds, birdies and beauty. Bless you heart Mr. Neville!
Kathy

[Neville]

you and me both dear Kathy ............... and bless you too gentle lady .................. Neville

[alanwgraham]

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

[Kathy Van Kurin]

alanwgraham,
Being inspired is a great gift. I sometimes am afraid of loosing this ability. So far this gift has not fled from me. Children seem to have it in spades. Being self absorbed rather than seeing 'the wonders surrounding us.'
You take care too.
Kathy

[Vertigo Cat1111]

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.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Vertigo Cat,
I was noticing water surface near a little lake the day I wrote this and that is what inspired this poem. Thank you very much for your own personal thoughts on what youve read. It is always fun to see how different individuals interpret what they read. I wish you a wonderful day.
Blessings,
Kathy