Healing Magic
emerging victorious from the depths of grief49 total reviews
Comment from Leineco
This is a lovely poem of hope and new beginnings. Of climbing out from the depths of grief and allowing life new purchase.
I like the nod to time's needed passing...and slow tentative steps
frightens me a little less
with
each rung of the climbing out
and the acknowledgment of "strangeness"
I am a traveler
navigating new roads
but mostly I love the admission that change must be accommodated
to walk in this new life
I bend like a willow
to show a fellow traveler
the grace of my limbs
Very Nice Poem :-)
(Now for the other side - for a view from the bottom of the hollow, oddly, I wrote a grief poem this month too - if you are interested it is "Numbness Comes First" :-)
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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This is a lovely poem of hope and new beginnings. Of climbing out from the depths of grief and allowing life new purchase.
I like the nod to time's needed passing...and slow tentative steps
frightens me a little less
with
each rung of the climbing out
and the acknowledgment of "strangeness"
I am a traveler
navigating new roads
but mostly I love the admission that change must be accommodated
to walk in this new life
I bend like a willow
to show a fellow traveler
the grace of my limbs
Very Nice Poem :-)
(Now for the other side - for a view from the bottom of the hollow, oddly, I wrote a grief poem this month too - if you are interested it is "Numbness Comes First" :-)
Comment Written 13-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
Hi Lorraine,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic". It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic".
"this is a lovely poem of hope and new beginnings. Of climbing out from the depth of grief and allowing life new purchase"
Feels even more amazing than it sounds!!
As always, you make me smile and eagerly look forward to another marvelous critique. Thank you my friend....
Much love,
Jill
:-)))
Comment from Patti R.
Chemistry!
It's either there or not - assisting in the healing, or absent and delaying the results.
You are reaching out, stretching out your arms, offering comfort, understanding. You are not necessarily out of your own barrel of grief, yet; and yet, you are offering your limbs to others also suffering.
compassion!
Loved it.
Patti
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2013
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Chemistry!
It's either there or not - assisting in the healing, or absent and delaying the results.
You are reaching out, stretching out your arms, offering comfort, understanding. You are not necessarily out of your own barrel of grief, yet; and yet, you are offering your limbs to others also suffering.
compassion!
Loved it.
Patti
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2013
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Hi Patti,
Please see my detailed response to the gift of your marvelous six star review of my poem "healing magic, in your private mail.
Much love,
Jill
:-)
Comment from ennahanid
This is vibrantly presented which pulls the reader in and the journey being taken is one many have traveled but you have added a certain class to it I think. I enjoyed the read very much and love When I stumble on unfamiliar roads
my dress is rimmed with mystic dust - Dinah
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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This is vibrantly presented which pulls the reader in and the journey being taken is one many have traveled but you have added a certain class to it I think. I enjoyed the read very much and love When I stumble on unfamiliar roads
my dress is rimmed with mystic dust - Dinah
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
Hi Dinah,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic". It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic".
"I enjoyed the read very much...."
Feels even more gratifying than it sounds!!
Peace' hugs and lots of smiles,
Jill
:-)))
Comment from Titan Black
That's right! Anyone can bounce up from
the depths of grief. And you express this
very well. Your poetic alliteration was on
point. Keep writing.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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That's right! Anyone can bounce up from
the depths of grief. And you express this
very well. Your poetic alliteration was on
point. Keep writing.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
Hi Titan Black,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic". It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic"
...poetic alliteration was on point...."
Feels even more gratifying than it sounds!!
Peace' hugs and lots of smiles,
Jill
:-)))
Comment from PhysioRuss
I fully empathize with the sentiments so eloquently put here.
The journey out of a deep dark hole, the full gambit of emotions, the need to gain the approval of others to help us on our way.
Very well written.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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I fully empathize with the sentiments so eloquently put here.
The journey out of a deep dark hole, the full gambit of emotions, the need to gain the approval of others to help us on our way.
Very well written.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Hi Russ
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic". It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic".
"...very well written..."
Feels even more gratifying than it sounds!!
Peace,
Jill
:-)
Comment from c_lucas
One should walk carefully when on a strange path. A smile and good thoughts can handle most negative energy. This is very well written. Good job.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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One should walk carefully when on a strange path. A smile and good thoughts can handle most negative energy. This is very well written. Good job.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Good morning Charlie,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic".
It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic".
"this is very well written. Good job"
Feels even more gratifying than it sounds!!
Peace, hugs and lots of smiles,
Jill
:-)))
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You're welcome, Jill. Charlie
Comment from emjaihammond
I find so many reasons to love this. The dress rimmed in mystic dust, opalescent pearls and magic beads and the gift of lanterns. I love a saucy smile and the thought of helping others. A great read with so many wonderful turn of phrases.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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I find so many reasons to love this. The dress rimmed in mystic dust, opalescent pearls and magic beads and the gift of lanterns. I love a saucy smile and the thought of helping others. A great read with so many wonderful turn of phrases.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Hi emjai,
Please see my response to the lovely gift of your six star review for my poem "healing magic" in your private mail box.
"....a great read with so many wonderful turn-of-phrases."
Feels even more amazing than it sounds!!
Much love,
Jill
:-)))
Comment from zanya
This is an interesting angle on emerging from grief- climbing a ladder. I emphathise with the sentiments, being on that grief ladder myself and sometimes it is one step forward and three back!It certainly does feel like being a 'traveller navigating new roads'.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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This is an interesting angle on emerging from grief- climbing a ladder. I emphathise with the sentiments, being on that grief ladder myself and sometimes it is one step forward and three back!It certainly does feel like being a 'traveller navigating new roads'.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Good morning zanya,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic".
It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic.
Peace,
Jill
:-)
Comment from Aussie
I liked your poem; best lines When I stumble on unfamiliar roads my dress is rimmed with mystic dust so I walk a little slower no need to hurry the journey. Well done poet.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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I liked your poem; best lines When I stumble on unfamiliar roads my dress is rimmed with mystic dust so I walk a little slower no need to hurry the journey. Well done poet.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Hello Aussie,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic".
It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft healing magic.
Peace,
Jill
:-)
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Jill, Sorry for the delay (have been away.) Mom - mom is with you still, you may not be able to see her but be assured she watches over you every day. Shalom, Kay.
Comment from Mrs Happy Poet
Yes this is well written my friend and a very uplifting poem that is beautifully presented well done my friend I enjoyed regards Jill
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Yes this is well written my friend and a very uplifting poem that is beautifully presented well done my friend I enjoyed regards Jill
Comment Written 03-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Hello Jill,
Thank you for loving my poem "healing magic".
It has been just about two years since the death of my beloved grandmother. I am her first grandchild, born barely six weeks after the death of her own father, named for him in Hebrew, and born on her birthday. My mom-mom and I were incredibly close, connected still....mourning my mom-mom has been difficult and, at times, a lonely process for it seemed that every other member of my family had successfully "moved on". It is only now, that I finally have come to terms with her death, that I was able to craft "healing magic".
"this is well written....very uplifting....beautifully presented"
feels even more gratifying than it sounds!!
Peace, hugs and lots of smiles,
Jill
:-)))
