Open Windows Of My Soul

Cherry

By skinner_jennifer

Mon, 16 May 2022
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12 comments
 

Windows to my soul are like

an open book, where tears of

emotions disperse from eyes

like rain from sky; drops run

down pane; and my cheeks

unveil the sometimes harsh

realities.

 

But then a new day brings

blustery wind that blows

cobwebs and weeping away,

creating at times lively thrill

that's never boring. Now it's

been ages since this mortal

has been restless, or edgy

with eagerness to consume

the unknown.

 

In troubled sleep; dreaming of an

old friend, recalling briefly the

void left by uncertain languished

predicaments. Remembering night

spent outdoors in silence; motionless

without protection, doubting sanity;

afraid to sleep when tricksters are

everywhere, robbing you of who to

trust...I was hungry for sunrise,

somewhat disheveled.

 

But I'm bought back to the here and

now. Somewhere off in the distance

of my open window; I'm tearing up

again, moved when hearing precious

lyrics dance across relaxed perimeter;

hearing: “You've got a friend;” blown

in from long ago lips, plucked like a

delicate flower, letting words seep

from pages of my life with zest.

 

Time written past ventures scribbled in

diaries; following high equilibrium of

being young...though veiled for a while,

but with age becomes a clear road I've

traveled.

 

Now from my open window, I'm

watching garden birds; they hold my

attention, I imagine their complex

spring cleaned nests; they don't

worry about swapping aspirations of

contemplation, they're just attuned to

sounds all around, in this garden of

inspiration.

 

 

You've Got A Friend:

By James Taylor.

 

Pixabay free image.

 

 

 

 

 

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Comments

Submitted by marandina on

A lovely, poetic journey through night and day. I like that last section, in particular. Paul :) 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

I'm so glad you liked this poem Paul. I wasn't sure about it at first, thought it might be opening up too much, but after reading your thoughts I'm a lot happier. Thank you for reading and letting me know, it's always appreciated.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Window into memories, and a window on to the garden drama! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Very right Rhiannon. You grasped my meaning exactly. I'm always grateful for your thoughts.

Many thanks.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by celticman on

Living in the moment Jenny. An open book. An open window. 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

It's very kind of you to give me the cherries Jack. I wasn't sure whether I was being too open with my thoughts on this subject, but when I saw the I P, it just seemed to fit in with what I was feeling about the past and the present. The cherries were so encouraging, so thank you very much, they cheered me up a lot. smiley

Always great to hear from you.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

A spiritual panoramic vista to gladden one's eye. Well done, Jenny, on this fluent poem.

Luigi x

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Ah! Many thanks for reading Luigi. It was from dreaming of an old friend who I haven't seen since the late 1970s that reminded me of how lucky I am now. To have come through the many experiences and beable to write a poem is emotional and like you say spiritual. I count my blessings every day.

Thank you so much for reading and I'm so grateful that you liked.

Many thanks.

Jenny.  xxsmiley

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

Jenny, you sound so sad, I'm so sorry, and hope your love of Music and the birds busy with life cheer you up. You fly back and forward through time, through past storms and sunny memories, to settle in your garden, the haven you have made for wild creatures who welcome you there, too?

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

I'm fine, it was dreaming of an old friend and recalling a time in my life when I was in a bad situation and ended up sleeping one night on the streets which was very scary. I'm a very emotional person, and get effected by other people saddness, which plays on my mind. 

But like you say I have everything to be thankful for, and long may it continue.

Thank you so much for your concern. Thank you also for reading and your very kind comment.

Jenny. smiley 

 

Submitted by jeand on

Hi Jenny

what a lovely song to inspire your lovely poem. It is nice to remember friendships from the past.

Jean Day

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Jean,

that song always sticks in my mind and is a big reminder of how important friendships are.

I'm glad you liked the poem and thank you so much for letting me know.

Jenny. smiley