Beyond the mist the sun is smiling
Waiting for it to lift
The cool damp blanket of morning dew
Hanging on every stick
The flowers drink in the fluid of life
Standing shiny and slick
Lifting their petals in thanks to God
For the refreshing drink he gives
When the fog sets in and clouds your view
Accept it with gratitude
Consider it a time of healing
Waiting for the sun to burst through
In those inner moments as things close in
Our view seems not quite so clear
Let faith grow strong // cement your bond
Know the sun will shine through
Photos: Dwight L. Roth
Dwight, this was absolutely beautiful. Sounds like you had the same day of clouds, rain, and coolness settling around. āļøš§
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The mist seems to come and go as we get older!
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So very true!
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Thanks Becky!
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You’re very welcome!
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Dwight such great photos to complement your poem’s message. Good message to remember.
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Thank you Jade! They are from our trip to Grandfather Mountain a couple of years ago.
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You are welcome, Dwight. I like the sound of Grandfather Mountain.
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It is a very cool place to visit!
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Stunning and beautiful Dwight!
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Thanks Pete!
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Absolutely spectacular…images and prose! š
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Thank you… from Grandfather Mountain! NC
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Awesome!
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Gorgeous photography enhanced by lovely poetry. Thank you! ā¤
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Thank you Jan!
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“When the fog sets in and clouds your view / Accept it with gratitude / Consider it a time of healing / Waiting for the sun to burst through”
~ Thanks for these encouraging words, Dwight, that are very much needed during this fog of rising xenophobia engulfing me.
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Seems we have forgotten what it takes to maintain good mental health and well being!
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Thanks for your comment!
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Good photographs. š
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Thanks Ray! I am honored by your kind affirmation!
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My pleasure.
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Beautiful and wise š
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Thank you!
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Simply beautiful, comforting and reassuring. May I add a link to from my lates Lighthouse devotion? https://lighthousedevotions.blog/2019/09/11/temporary-clouds/
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Looks like we are both thinking the same thing in our writing!
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Indeed! I have included a link to your poem on my blog. Keep shining for Jesus, brother!
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I appreciate it very much!
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Thank you!
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Thank you!
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