Readers Comments – Archive 2015

AUTHOR STATEMENT:

 

My poetry looks to positively explore human potential, with an emphasis on love, spiritual growth and self awareness. It is very important to me that my work remains as open, accessible and as simply expressed as possible. My influences vary from the great traditional English visionary romantics through to the distillation of thought and leanness of expression offered by the Japanese haiku tradition, the shining examples of Rilke and Gibran, as well as later technical breakthroughs achieved by leading Scottish concrete poets Ian Hamilton Finlay and Edwin Morgan.

 

WHAT THE CRITICS SAY:

To write and sell poetry at a profit these days is a minor victory and a major achievement. Scott’s words gently unlock and force you to face and look at the world with a little more optimism. There are moments of deep joy and others, which take your breath away with simple incredible honesty”

G. White

 

Scott Hastie’s verse is sympathetic, humanistic and positively affirmative. Accessibility is the touchstone of all Hastie’s output. The spiritual element in his writing is clear.” 

G.E. Jones

 

“Scott writes meditative, reflective poetry that is steeped in the traditions of English verse. Concise and richly evocative, he should be widely read.”

R. Godwin

 

YOUR COMMENTS

 

John Fioravanti on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A beautiful and thought-provoking composition. Well done!

 

 

AJ Gray on New Image – Tiger Tiger!…

Fantastic series recently on the BBC about finding tigers in Bhutan. Still on iPlayer, I think.

 

 

Aikya Oneness on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Dear Scott, thank you very much for a lovely spirit of words and it goes deep into the heart and crosses the soul. Thank you very much for awakening the self…

 

 

Roopika on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This is a lovely poem which touched my heart especially “simply surrender in moments, As best you can,” easy to say difficult to follow as we have to shred our egos, connections of emotions, ownership, and all our bindings which is in line with our own belief system and list of wants. Scott, I love you so much and the poems which you have written are eye openers. I promise, will start to surrender to the moments. I have crossed the ocean of past and future, always my mind will be blank without any plans for myself and my people around. That is the best what I have learnt in my life…a bit of emotional bindings if I cross I think, what you said is possible to be with the ultimate spirit The journey is on my dear divine soul….Thank you very much…these kind of thoughts will push me forward to walk towards the light.

 

 

J.M.Garg on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful  poem, Scott. It reminds me of the lines…… forgive and forget the past, live in present, future will be yours.

 

 

Spiritual Veda on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautifully written, the goodness of your soul can be felt in the words you write, keep it simple, enjoy the moments and stay blessed always:)

 

 

Ositadimma Amakeze on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

It’s full of light, light which gives hope.
Thank you Scott. You are awesome!

 

 

Pushkar Bisht on New Poem – Recent Writing…

I have read your poems. All are beautiful, they come from your heart.

 

 

Donna Thompson on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

I see you are a positive entity!

 

 

Brian D. Peterson on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Whenever you can conjour speaks well of the awe, wonder, and mysteries of life.

 

 

Riyta Ames on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Beautiful words Scott. I am always amazed at how many ways there are to touch on a subject by creative people.

 

 

Maribella on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Fantastic!

 

 

Terri Nash on New Poem – Recent Writing…

Scott I really enjoyed reading your poems. It is always an inspiration talking to someone who has stuck with it for twenty years and maintained their sense of self.

 

 

Sanaa on New Poem – the beast has arrived…

This is marvelous :D congratulations :D

 

 

Pieter Kark on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Lovely poetry Scott. Many thanks. Pieter

 

 

Dave Bowen on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

“Gilded chariots

That our spirits ride out,

But for a hallowed moment in time.”

This passage really spoke to me deeply. As a grandfather twice over, my chariot has lost much of its gilding and now creaks and groans at every turn of the road. The end of my hallowed moments seems vaguely imminent, making the moments more precious.

 

 

Lukman Clark on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Wonderful!

 

 

Anna Moon on New Poem – every new day…

Překrásné, velmi hluboké básně. Vím, překlad do češtiny, není dokonalý, ale i tak vnímám hlubokou krásu v nich. Děkuji Vám za to, milý Scoot. Obohatil jste mě. Nadále budu se velkým zájmem i s radostí číst Vaší poezii. Ještě jednou děkuji a klaním se před Vámi. Jste VELKÝ BÁSNÍK.
Anna Moon

Translated from the Czech:

Beautiful, very deep poems. I know , Czech translation is not perfect, but even so, I feel a deep beauty in them. Thank you for that Scott, you have enriched me… I will continue with great interest and with pleasure to read your poetry. Once again, thank you and I bow before you. You are a great poet .
Anna Moon

 

 

Pedro du Bois on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Congratulations for the wonderful poem. I understand just a bit than English language, but, the necessary to read your text. Regards. Pedro

 

 

Abdul Rehman Ansari on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Wonderful and well versed poem.

 

 

Roopika on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott Hastie My dear friend…A wonderful poem which touches the deep heart. When we are loyal and truthful to ourselves then we dont’ have to fear to walk alone in life because we will have the divine hand with us helping us each step of life. Thank you for the wonderful thought.

 

 

Neena Sharma on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

True Scott sir.

Our bodies are the chariots and we as souls can dive within to experience the stillness of divine spirit within during our mortal sojourn on earth, no matter howsoever the tapestry of our life … Whether full of pathos or juxtaposed with pleasure and pain… We emerge triumphant in the whole journey , for peace and happiness is never far away … And it is a journey not a destination.

Wow! Brilliant profound marvel from a true artist. So sensitively and tellingly portrayed!
Thanks for this…

Divine greetings, felicitations and regards.

 

 

Ela Metteucci on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Its a lovely poem expressed from the heart
thank you for allowing to view it
ela.matteucci

 

 

James Linnane on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A lovely piece nicely put together, your words well crafted and meaningful. And indeed, quite so, such is the human condition.

 

 

Nija Guna on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Beautiful words embedded in beautiful poem.

 

 

Roopika on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott….Wonderful poem with lots of spirtual essence in it. Thanks.

 

 

Parlay Yvette on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A (M)AGNIFICIENT PLANE

 

 

Shanthi Yiyayabhasker on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

NIce, yes….where contemplation transforms one into the mystical…

 

 

Ela Matteucci on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Like a hallowed moment in time.

 

 

Aiyka Oneness on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Thank you very much for an eye opening poem dear Scott

 

 

Jayanta Guha on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Nice one!

 

 

Anna O. Moon on New Image the Beast has arrived!!

Beautiful

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Image The extraordinary, magnificent Iguazu Falls...

Brilliant! Great angle!

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Poem – New Poem always stay loyal…

 

Absolutely beautiful opening lines! The poem flows like a dream and has the cadence of deep spirituality. I could read this over and over again and still find something new to absorb from it. Your best, Scott!

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Poem – New Image the Beast has arrived!!

It looks Grand! Congratulations! Plus I love the fact that it’s in the memory of your father.

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Image Tiger, tiger…

Wow! Majestic!

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Great, deep thoughts in here…loved it! Totally relatable in mood and content no matter at what juncture of life one finds oneself – your poems have that universal appeal Scott! Particularly loved the butter-smooth ending!

 

 

Imfundo on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Great poem!

 

 

Helen Moule on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Just read your wonderful piece again and so wonderful always to read your amazing poetry.

 

 

Rachealgrace Adams on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Lovely poem Scott. There is always so much pleasure when reading your poetry. Always too, something of value to savor. Thank you.

 

 

Aria Ligi on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Lovely poem. The end paragraph though is where he comes rushing through in great and triumphant thunder. Read:
For we truly are,
As we come to recognise
Ourselves to be,
Mere receptacles.

Gilded chariots
That our spirits ride out,
But for a hallowed moment in time.

The merest splash of presence
In the serried halls of wonder.

These are the moments that magic and great poetry are made of.

 

 

Ashlie Allen on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Wow, Scott! I truly think this is one of your best poems. It has a sense of longing to know what it means to be human. There is a vulnerability here that has such grace and sincerity. I am amazed! Thanks for sharing!

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your words here are something of a reunification Scott. The comments here represent the many ways you touch heart and soul…how wonderful is your gift. This may well be my favourite to date…yes, I truly believe so.

 

 

Don MacIver on New Image the beast has arrived…

Fabulous Scott! A supreme ride! Enjoy!

 

 

Don MacIver on New Image – Tiger, tiger…

Remarkably poised, stunning creatures. I pray that we find the means to safeguard these precious animals from the hunt and imminent extinction.

 

 

John Richter on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

So true…. we really are just riding through in these gilded chariots…. Your insight is always so ravishing Scott… So earthy. It always touches me.

 

 

Shari LeKane Yentumi on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Thank you for the wonderful poetry

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott, it is most interesting that you should write this in this time. Of late I have had increasingly greater moments to pause…reflection on existential things and truly what we are and what our significance and purpose is on this vast earth. Then there is a much broader consideration as we look beyond the horizon of the seas and heavenward to limitless depths of space. Receptacles indeed and seemingly here for a mere century or much less. Perhaps these thoughts, these engagements come with greater frequency as age is finite in more relative terms. Four times in is simply insufficient reading…I shall return!

 

 

Pattimari Sheets Cacciolfi on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Your poems are always so beautifully felt…

 

 

Carolyn Bean on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Another beautifully expressed thought about life!

 

 

Magaly Guerrero on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

I love the idea of an existence with “no chance of tragedy” for most of our tears, I believe, are squeezed out by our hubris.

 

 

Caron Allen on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Another beautifully expressed reflection on what life is all about!

 

 

Humbird on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

As always you are embarking deeply…I like that opportunities for us are benevolent whatever we choose to pursuit, and indeed this is the precious moment of present. Love the image of chariots, it’s always about the choice.

 

 

Richard Havenga on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott:

Good poem from a great Poet. I especially like:

“As we come to recognise
Ourselves to be
Mere receptacles.”

I often pray for the Holy Spirit to fill me; a mere vessel.

~ Richard ~

 

 

Nivedita Yohana on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Your lovely poem came uncannily at the moment, I needed to hear these words. You are truly my angel guiding me through this journey through your divine incantation. As you rightly say we are mere receptacles of the energies we attract or the energy of the divine providence shaping and molding us just as a sculptor would, to a piece of stone. I absolutely loved the lines:

“Gilded chariots
That our spirits ride out,
But for a hallowed moment in time.

The merest splash of presence
In the serried halls of wonder.”

which beautifully sums up the eternal truth that many sages and philosophers achieved after spending years on meditating and conferring. The truth is in the present. It reminds me of Rainer Maria Rilke

“Let everything happen to you
Beauty and terror
Just keep going
No feeling is final”

and Walt Whitman who says “Happiness, not in another place but this place…not for another hour, but this hour.”

I really love the way you view life with such endearing detachment and embracing life’s moments, the stillness and the crescendo of silence that engulfs the fleeting moments of life. The mystical aura that hangs around us is subdued by the white noise around us. Your words swim in the pool of such virtuosity and sanctity, Scott… amazing!!!

I am sure your words are reaching far and wide comforting, sustaining, assuring and validating life itself! just as they are to me.

With lots and lots of love,

Nivedita

 

 

G.L. Meisner on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Life is indeed a wonder.

 

 

Panchali on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

“For we truly are,
As we come to recognise
Ourselves to be,
Mere receptacles…”- Immaculate! Some beautiful things can’t be discovered without getting lost! Loved it, Scott.

 

 

Elizabeth on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

It takes a certain type of grace to see our own fragility in that much larger picture. Even more to write about it in that musing tone and thought provoking manner. Thank you,

 

 

Shari Jo LeKane Yentumi on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

As you ride your “gilded chariots” between the ancient and the contemporary through the “serried halls of wonder,” there is no doubt that the timeless wonder of transformational mindfulness brings a heightened enlightenment to the tantric union of which you speak so eloquently in your poetry, Dear Scott. Best wishes always.

 

 

Myrna on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Beautiful thoughts of being and becoming. You write with the wisdom of an awakened spirit. Lovely.

 

 

Truedessa on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

This was a pleasure to read..I could feel a bit of ancient lingering in the air. Our bodies but a vessel a chariot that we ride out..I think you’ve captured the journey beautifully.

 

 

Donna on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

I really love the opening and how Bjorn brought out the perfect Khalil Gibran quote….beautifully penned and so thought provoking.

 

 

Nan on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Glory and pathos… I notice both, with wonder.

 

 

Jamztoza on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Profoundly stated. beautifully expressed. right on!

 

 

L Moon on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A Splash of refreshment!!! You give the reader this wonderful place to look at life, experience, age. Your tapestry is colorful and complete.

 

 

Claire on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Your poem conjures that moment of stillness ~ so that the message and the effect of the poem merges :)

 

 

Gillena on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

This is a deeply contemplative write. Luv the images you used. Luv the themes of transience, journey, and continuity

Have an awesome Sunday

Much love…

 

 

Susan on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Mindfulness does bring me into the very presence of which you speak, so present and spiritful that it hardly matters how thin a slice we have. Beautiful poem with so many surprises of which here are two: to dress a journey! “as raw / And naive as any infant.”

 

 

Liz Rice Sosne on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott, it is for me always a bit difficult to comment upon poetry of such spiritual depth. Each poem that I read filled me with a sense of serenity and quietness. Thank you.

 

 

Annell on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Nice job…especially those last two lines…takes one’s breath away.

 

 

Sherry Marr on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

I so enjoyed the musing tone of this poem and your closing lines are absolutely stellar. Am impressed that you have another book coming out. Yay! Good work.

 

 

Pearl Ketover Prilik on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

“luminosity of days gone by” indeed .. another exquisite addition to an already sparkling body of work…

 

 

Kanzen Sakura on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Such a beautiful wise poem – the new built on the old, the old being such a strong foundation. …a lingering spiritual fragrance…if we allow ourselves, we can indeed breath in that wisdom and strength. I like this poem muchly. Second reading was even better.

 

 

Sumana Roy on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

“Whenever you can conjure
The stillness to notice,
There is
A sense of the ancient
Hanging in the air.”…..this so true and beautiful…

 

 

on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Our life is but a moment.
That we could be wonder seekers, and open
to new experiences, not just validating our own
positions in the universe.

 

 

Don Carroll on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Nicely done and the last two lines nail it to the mat perfectly.

 

 

Mary Bach on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Very nicely done Scott. I like the feel of the ancient infusing our every day lives.

 

 

Sheila Good on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Beautiful and moving. Thanks for sharing.

 

 

Colleen on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Silence is timeless. Or a time machine.

 

 

Pattimarie on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Your poems are wonderfully felt. I’d love to put one of them or two in our PnPAuthors Promotional Magazine for our November issue. If you’re interested here is the address. http://pnpauthorspattimariandpeter.ning.com/?xgi=4OZnTWghUDexOX
Pattimari

 

 

Brian Wakeman on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

As usual, a beautiful control of language and images.

Brian
Author of Knowing Through Poetic Reflection.

 

 

Trish Shields on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

“When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” Alexander Graham Bell

 

 

Laura Laveglia on New Photo – Tiger, tiger…

Scott is this one of your photographs? What magnificent creatures the great cats!

 

 

Mary Bryant on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Yes, so beautiful as always….

 

 

Jae Rose on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

It certainly takes stillness inside to notice – a path which some of us have yet to tread on but which you and your poem seem to convey with a light further down the path.

 

 

Susan on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Thank you for this wonderful poem. I find it “interesting” how it resonates with the poem Rosemary picked for today in her “The Living Dead” feature over at Poets United. And thinking of Mary Oliver now, it is marvelous what we can do and affect in our “hallowed moment in time.”

 

 

Mahnaz on New Photo – Tropical Butterfly, Chiswell Green

I like butterflies.

 

 

Mahnaz on New Photo – Sunset in Africa, over the Kenyan coast…

That’s so memorable!

 

 

Mahnaz on New Photo – Tiger, tiger…

 

What a beautiful photograph!

 

 

Mahnaz on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Thanks for sharing another intriguing poem,Scott! It’s a thoughtful investigation of life or as you said,”A lingering spiritual fragrance,
Full of knowing,That dresses Contemporary journeys Like ours”.

 

 

Old Egg on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

If only we made the most of our hallowed moment in time. How foolish we are to waste even a second of it. Beautifully expressed Scott.

 

 

Ayala on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Beautiful and profound poem !

 

 

M. Arley on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A beautiful flow of wisdom.

 

 

Lynn on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Wow, Scott, this is invigorating poetry! I’m especially taken by:

…the benevolent
Opportunity
Of one thin slice
Of a chosen life,
However glorious,
Or loaded with pathos
This eventually becomes.

Thank you for posting excellence!

 

 

Gayle Walters Rose on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

You demonstrate so well the blending of the now with time immemorial. You also put into perspective the blink of time that we actually are here…it really is astounding to think about it. Beautifully done.

 

 

Thotpurge on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

We have to embrace the vastness to realize our own minute selves.. Nicely done!

 

 

Pleasant Street on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Great piece, gives me time for pause and reflection

 

 

Polly on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Lovely…

 

 

Drew Clausen on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Very strong Poem Scott I enjoyed it very much..It shows a pathway that many others would not see in life… With strong conviction..LIKE a Pillar of time with newness of life. it grows and grows..

 

 

JT Smith on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

You are the tapestry weaver.

the words tend to spill over the edges of your white canvas, with delicate emotions.

there are so many wistful dreams within this poem.

bellissimo

 

 

Kaykula on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A lingering spiritual fragrance

That is a great line, Scott! It keeps one’s thinking on a sustained path!

Hank

 

 

John D. Rachel on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

This poem especially resonates with me, now that I am living in Japan. The rich tapestry of this country’s heritage harks back thousands of years and forms a scrim through which all is experienced here. Without a sense of all that has nurtured ourselves as members of a culture, we are but knee jerk puppets trapped in a cocoon of immediate fleeting sensory data.

 

 

Mary on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Thinking of ourselves as mere receptacles is a unique way of look at ourselves. And I like that there is a sense of the ancient hanging in the air because it shows the timeless nature of being.

 

 

Patricia Awapara on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Beautiful poem Scott. It is heartfelt. warm to the soul. :)

 

 

Grace on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

I like the deep reflection of our life’s journey ~ That we are indeed merely recepticles, that our spirits ride out

 

 

Anna on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

And so we are (mere receptacles)and we must make the most of our short time on this world of ours. How sad it is that mankind seems intent of self-obliteration.
Kind regards
Anna :o]

 

 

Katie Mia Frederick on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Ah.. imagine a place
of freedom.. where there
are no bounds no limits
and never
any expectations..
better yet live
it now
my friend
as your
words
tale..
It’s tempting
to go there and never
come back online
in attempts to
metaphor
a path
for
others to
this place we
enjoy always
now generated
totAlly free from
within but it is too
delicious a meal
not to
attempt
to share
for
free..
sMiLEs..
of Love
Friend..:)

 

 

Glenn Buttkus on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Depth, wisdom, hope–all extant within your fine verses. It does resemble a middle eastern parable, but with deft modern touches as well. I like the lines /gilded chariots/that our spirits ride out/but for a hallowed moment of time/.

 

 

Sanaa on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A lingering spiritual fragrance,
Full of knowing,
That dresses
Contemporary journeys
Like ours.

A lot of depth & wisdom in this poem!!
Excellent write :D

Lots of love,
Sanaa

 

 

Kaneda on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

That’s some beautiful writing right there.

 

 

Alscess Lewis-Brown on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott, keep on writing. Congratulations on this…

 

 

Joann on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Interesting poem —- lots of beautiful & memorable one-liner quotes to recall.

 

 

Mindlovemisery on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

I love “a sense of the ancient hanging in the air” and those closing lines magnificent piece, food for the soul

 

 

Rochelle Soetan on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

As people, we are intricate, yet obvious. As always, your words speak perceptibility and encouragement.

“Such a broad tapestry,
Long woven too
With telling details
That confirm who we are”

 

 

Anna-Marie Doherty on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Another piece of beauty to contemplate. Love your closing phrases in particular. Congratulations on your new collection coming together… so nice to hear your wise and thoughtful pieces are reaching far and wide. Exciting times enjoy them.

 

 

Onitra Wilkerson on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott, that was awesome, my friend! :) Cannot wait to see more!! Beautifully done! :)

 

 

Tory Allyn on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

A thought-provoking poem…I enjoyed it!!!!

 

 

Carol Zielinski on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

The words to this poem are so moving to the very soul! Another lovely piece of art!!!!

 

 

Annie O Moon on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott, jsem velmi ráda, že se tato stránka dá dobře přeložit do češtiny. mohu si tak vychutnat vaše krásné básně plnými doušky. Děkuji Vám. Thank you

Scott, I am very glad that this page can be well translated into Czech . I so fully enjoyed your beautiful poem. Thank you Thank you

 

 

Munia Khan on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Yet another finest piece filled with wisdom and light. The concluding lines appear to be a breathtaking quote from you Scott- ‘The merest splash of presence
In the serried halls of wonder.’ Thank you very much for this great piece of work. As always a real pleasure to read.

 

 

Bjorn on on New Photo – Tiger, tiger…

Oh I love the Tyger!

 

 

Bjorn on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Scott, I like the thought of the present, on the foundation of the ancient..

To me it brings a quote of Khalil Gibran to mind:

Yesterday is but today’s memory, and tomorrow is today’s dream.

 

 

Laura Bailey on New Photo – Tiger, tiger…

Good friends to have and so beautiful to see!

 

 

Laura Bailey on New Poem – whenever you can conjure…

Love “the serried halls of wonder”! Always have and always will! Very beautifully done!  :)

 

 

Rose Fox on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I really like this poem Scott. It is very touching and well written. Have you published any books of your poetry? It would be well worth thinking about if you have not. I wish you all the best. Rose Fox

Scott says: Thank you Rose and yes, several collections are are
already in print – available both from the trade (Amazon etc.) and also direct from this website…

 

 

Lisa James Brewington on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I love your work I’m so glad and grateful
to know you Scott.

 

 

Anna Moon on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful… Scott’s poems always grab the heart and enrich the soul

 

 

Anna Moon on Writing

How does one man make so much beauty? Scott Hastie is amazing…

 

 

Divya Gupta on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Its Nice Poem Scott, I love and enjoyed reading it.

 

 

L.C. Atencio on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Great writing Scott.

 

 

Louise on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Wonderful, exquisite, lovely to read and savor!!!

 

 

Joan Ascanio on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your poems are interesting.I detect the influence of Asian literature in your poems.

 

 

Roman Gonzalez on New Poem – always stay loyal…

What fantastic poems and photos! I continue to love the simplicity and intricate details of the souls you provide in your new poetry! My hats off to you my friend! Cheers! Roman.

 

 

Walter Haywood on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This is a good thing to apply to your lifestyle….

 

 

Terry Jones on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Love it!!

 

 

Mary Grace Borren on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful and makes my heart swell with unity in all living creations. We are all connected !

 

 

Anna Moon on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your poem I really like . Poems must be written in the soul, one has to give them heart
(maybe it sounds like a cliché , but it’s a profound truth) And in your poems , I feel the beauty of your heart.

 

 

Jon Aretakis on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott
The last few years of my life have been extremely difficult. I lost my way. I lost my faith. I lost the connection with that “thin seam of silver mineral within.” Your poem is a breath of hope and a reminder to get back on the spiritual beam and continue. Nice work. Keep writing!

 

 

Bjorn Rudberg on The extraordinary, magnificent Iguazu Falls

Waterfalls… there is such majesty in those, I still remember them when I visited Iceland.

 

 

Onitra on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Hello, Scott! :) Fantastic writing!! I absolutely concur with Kenneth Higginson! I thoroughly enjoy reading your work, dear friend!!

 

 

Donna Seebo on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your poetry is richly worded and thoughtful. Thanks for sharing it with the world!

 

 

Sean Michael on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Good poem. I especially like the first six lines, “Stay loyal to that which feeds your soul…” That is the main reason I still write at all.

 

 

Jennifer Doviak on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This poem is absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing these with all of us. You’re truly brilliant and so gifted. Have a fabulous day!!! BTW your profile pic is really nice!!!

 

 

Strider Marcus Jones on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Age concentrates the mind on the eternal questions no one has the answers to. I like the journey in this poem through understanding self, spirituality and transcending this realm for eternal darkness or starlight. Excellent poem Scott.

 

 

Luisa Vinuesa on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Thanks for your inspiring words

 

 

Bonnie Gail Carter on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I Love your poems Scott and if you give me permission I would love to post them on my blog site and/or website. I would love to give you more exposure.
Thank you,
Bonnie

 

 

Laura Bloomsbury on New Poem – always stay loyal…

so much poetry is seemingly inspired by melancholy but the 4th stanza offers a deeper well to draw on and exudes into the final verses. Truly inspirational!

 

 

Arnost Vevoda on New Poem – always stay loyal…

There is true artistry in your work… In so saying don’t ever accept a person “labelling you as one that writes poetry.” Rather believe that you’re a ‘ poet ‘ in the true sense of the word.- Arnost-

 

 

Terrie Marie on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This is a nice piece. It reminds me of one I wrote recently that was inspired by Revelation 22

 

 

Cathy Flower on New Poem – always stay loyal…

 

Thank you Scott. I’m glad I read it. I am going through a little chaos these days and am glad I took a moment to read your words.

 

 

Hans John on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I like your poetry books – smile emoticon

 

 

Jannie Funster on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your soul shines through in this, and it’s a delight to meet you, a kindred spirit as I tend to see the glory and joy in life too.

I like the silvered seam image a lot and agree it is ever present.

Kudos!

 

 

Ronnie Robinson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

As usual, very interesting and well thought out theosophical view within the poem’s content. Kudos, Scott.

 

 

Grapeling on New Poem – always stay loyal…

 

Too often we forget, in the heady rush at the instant of tasting, that the sweet sap of life grows and flows slowly ~

 

 

Barry on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful. Reminds me a lot of Zen Buddhist principles. You have an elegant way with words.

 

 

Misunderstood on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I found this to be very thought provoking and insightful. The fourth stanza is my favourite. Beautiful write.

 

 

Kaykuala H on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Give sap,Some shape, some form
To the many blossoms still to come

One is mindful of what goodness that are expected to come in the future. One should be seen to encourage the ‘blooms’ impending appearance. Wonderful write Scott!

Hank

 

 

Abhra on New Poem – always stay loyal…

“We can never go any higher
Than when we nourish
A little of God in ourselves”

That is such an amazing and powerful write. Kudos to you.

 

 

Madeline Begun Kane on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautifully written, with a wonderful sense of optimism.

 

 

Kathleen Read on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Well stated…however, there are times when even the most hopeful lines are not easily followed..when pain cripples, paralyzes one for a time..and the pain seems unbearable…that is when I will pull this out to read.

 

 

Grace Black on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful work! I find myself wading in the last stanza in particular within those modest ripples. Thank you for sharing!

 

 

Katie Mia Frederick on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I guess the first step is to look within..
and truly for years.. it is all external..
a rat race.. of energies stolen..
perhaps a couple of hours
on an Interstate road..
or a power outage
from storms..
sooner or
later if
we are lucky
as fate will have it..
a draw within makes
human painting come fuller
alive in colors.. away from drab
grays of culture.. the power lives within
Just waiting to be tapped by a higher US in FLOW..:)

 

 

Sabio Lantz on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Mystically effuse

 

 

Victoria on New Poem – always stay loyal…

These lines, especially, are stunning:
“Like a thin seam
Of silvered mineral within
There’s a hint of divinity here…”

 

 

Gay Cannon on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Great images for expressing the way we can construct links to the infinite and divine with our shared symbols–words, and through them explore our own understanding of the human soul.

 

 

Jenny Herner on New Poem – always stay loyal…

So lovely. This fed my soul. Thank you.

 

 

Polly on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Loyalty – a powerful concept

 

 

Mark McKay on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Moving and very powerful.

 

 

Vivienne Blake on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I should like to re-read and re-read this poem, until it settles in my soul. My divinity – if I ever had any – seems to have gone into hiding.

 

 

Kelly on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Lovely…. And yes, we must bloom. :)

 

 

Grace on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I like the positive attitude towards life:

“Every step we take
Is interlaced with goodness”

 

 

Rosemary Nissen Wade on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful sentiments, persuasively put. I particularly like that reservoir of light!

 

 

Lupe Eyed Tucker on New Poem – always stay loyal…

There is a wellspring, thankfully and I have to stay loyal to it, thank you for the reminder. I love the idea that there is a sweetness deep down inside of us .. an inherent goodness, a little of God in ourselves. I believe it to be true.

 

 

Linda Krushke on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Very nice. We are definitely created in the image of God and it is important to nurture and grow that image within. Peace, Linda

 

 

Kenneth Higginson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This stanza could stand alone,

“For deep, deep down
In the very wellhead of life,
Far beyond melancholy and despair,
Where real sweetness dwells,
There is an ever abundant
Reservoir of light
To be drawn upon by angels”

Love it!

 

 

Glenn Buttkus on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, thanks for including this stirring poem over at dVerse OLN, for I don’t mind getting into your huge queue of admirers & supporters. As a septuagenarian who still has a passion for writing & performing, immersed in photography & my thousands of old movies on DVD, & my books, and stacks of ephemera scrapbooks–your piece resonates strongly with me; every word sterling.

 

 

Kanzensakura on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Most excellent message and way to live. I like the flow of this as well.

 

 

Bjorn Rudberg on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I think a philosophy like this should be shared with everyone… A lovely way of making the world a better place,and prepare us for a good end.

 

 

Mary Kling on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Nice to see this one again, Scott! Hope you are having a good summer.

 

 

Benjamin Alexander De Mers on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

*Known yet unknown, which of course could be a title of a poem.

 

 

Benjamin Alexander De Mers on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Dear Scott,

Long I have imagined that someone would pick up the pen of the scribes of the Vedas and bring the journey of the Soul into the modern era! Good on you that you have bravely and soulfully done so. I look forward to talking with you in various media as I feel a kindred soul in you.

Many blessings to you kind and known but unknown soul,

Benjamin

 

 

Jack Haight on New Poem – always stay loyal…

 

“From my perspective, in order to appreciate Scott’s poetry, you cannot
simply read them: you must be willing to dwell in them. There is nothing
didactic about his work. This NOT a “How to Live a Meaningful and
Authentic Life for Dummies” book. In that very sense, I believe the people
who would be most attracted to his work are the people who already know the
essence, the core of his work. The experience for these people is then
going to be more like experiencing a written mantra. There is a great
feeling of both confirmation and affirmation, that yes, this is the way,
the truth and the light.

I find that his work has a great affinity with
the great Eastern traditions of thought. Although it is never stated,
there is a note of passive resistance to his work. There is the assertion
that in the face of this frenzied, materialistic world of ours, the meaning
of life is NOT to be found in “MORE!” and “FASTER!” It is to be found in
the silence of self-realization, that place beyond words wherein lies the
most profound of our understanding and comprehension.

Gratefully, I find no hint of evangelism in Scott’s work, no suggestion
that “I am the keeper of truth, and therefore everyone should think and feel like me…”
No, he is simply offering an invitation. I do not find it at all surprising that
his work encompasses a great deal of photography. For me, the secret to
great photography is to have what’s known as a “good eye,” to have the
right focus, the right perspective. Scott’s message is that you will
experience joy, serenity and a profound sense of meaning if you have the
right focus, the right perspective. From this point of view, you will
truly be able to celebrate being alive.”

 

 

Shauna McNiven on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Lovely flow, and a great way to live. Blessings <3

 

 

Wihelmina M. Leonard on  New Poem – always stay loyal…

 

This poem – It’s very nice…

 

Lissa James Brewington on New Poem – always stay loyal…

It’s cool, Happy Summer

 

Samira Yahyaie on  New Poem – always stay loyal…

Thanks Scott It’s great…

 

 

Ninel Nezhiguy on  New Poem – always stay loyal…

Nice !!!!!!!!

 

Leilanie Stewart on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your poem is very uplifting, Scott, especially as a pick-me-up during tough times. Love the photo too!

 

 

Leilanie Stewart on The extraordinary, magnificent Iguazu Falls

Beautiful photography, Scott. Makes me wish I were away on an exotic break right now..!

 

 

Caron Allan on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Lovely and so expressive!

 

 

MARILYN E GARCIA on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Very inspirational piece and well written. Beautiful poem!

 

 

Sylvia Mui Ling Johnson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I love to read your Poem

 

Rosemary Nissen Wade on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Nice words!

 

 

Myrna on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Wow! What an absolutely beautiful poem about life and death. I too am convinced there’s a piece of divinity within us all. I hope we all keep nourishing it.

 

 

Don Carroll on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Great piece Scott and certainly love the reference of the title in that of the muse.

 

 

G L Meisner on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Well written, those thin veins always lead to a larger load.

 

 

CC on New Poem – always stay loyal…

“Where real sweetness dwells”–love the optimism here…this idea that there is a wellspring deep within that will be there when we really need it to carry us through.

 

 

Torie on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This was really wonderful. Just the thing I needed to read today!! Thanks for sharing and reminding me of this message, Scott :)

 

 

Elizabeth on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This is one gorgeous write…thank you,

Elizabeth

 

 

Sherry Blue Sky on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Still loving the message in this poem!

 

 

Donna on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott this is a very powerful read and starts with the amazing first lines…..these should always be our mantra to stay true to ourselves and to that which feeds our souls! Magnificent!

 

 

Gillena on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Oh, how I love this place you have exposed:

“For deep, deep down
In the very wellhead of life,
Far beyond melancholy and despair,
Where real sweetness dwells,
There is an ever abundant
Reservoir of light
To be drawn upon by angels.”

Have a blessed Sunday

Much Love…

 

 

Kerry O’Connor on New Poem – always stay loyal…

You offer your reader much to mull over in this poem. Excellent use of comparison. I like the photo of you amid the blooms too!

 

 

Audrey Howitt on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I am always moved by your work Scott–Beautifully penned and so inspiring–

 

 

Pearl Ketover Prilik on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Absolutely stunning – silvered sap – essence running within… gorgeous inspiring and the climatic almost incantation to give..
Give sap,
Some shape, some form
To the many blossoms still to come.

Yes, absolutely stunning … Bravo

 

 

Leo on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Lovely poetry! Inspiring, especially the opening verse, which I absolutely loved. :)

 

 

Jae Rose on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Good to see you back – and again seeking the light – ‘a thin seam.. Of silvered mineral within’ – such a beautiful line..

 

 

Sanna on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This is beautiful!

Of an endless crystal stream,
Till our own sparking current fails…

I agree that each one of us has God reside in our hearts and soul. Loved the positive vibes flowing through this poem :)

Beautifully executed.
Lots of love,
Sanaa

 

 

Totomai on New Poem – always stay loyal…

A perfect voice to hear of on a Sunday – your poem. This is well-written, subtle way of reminding our limitations as humans.

 

 

Xerxes Aga on New Poem – always stay loyal…

We Zoroastrians believe (Yes, I am a Zoroastrian) that God implants a fragment of Himself in our souls when we are born. This fragment we call the Farohar. It stays with us throughout our lives. It is a silent observer. Never interfring with the decisions we make or the acts we perform. Yet it is a constant, though subconscious, reminder of the divinity within us. This being so, our lives are guided, unbeknown, to the righteous way. Unless, through sheer perversity, we stray.

Your poem, to me, is an affirmation of this belief.

May Ahura Mazda be with you. Always.

 

 

Nivedita Yohana on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I read this poem, not once but at least eight to ten times. It is so uncanny. The words you have so beautifully carved out in your poem came as a harbinger in the dawn as an answer to the questions which were haunting me lately.

The answer was precisely in the first lines “always stay loyal to that which feeds your soul”. In life, I have always stayed true to my inner voice. However lately I was in an introspective mood and questioning myself and all the decisions I had taken. I was wondering if I did the right thing by following ardently and audaciously to my inner voice or should I have just adhered to the norms of the society and catered to the expectation of every
one.

It is not easy to stay loyal to your inner calling – often lonely with lot of challenges to face resulting in unhappy people whose expectations were not fulfilled and a dissatisfied society judging you harshly. It is more poignant in traditional societies like India.
Though, in the end, listening to your inner voice always pays off. The soul is there for a reason, not to be taken for granted, but to honour it as best as we can in order to become truly fulfilled beings.

 

 

Mary on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I do like your philosophy as you expressed it here, Scott.

 

 

Mindlovemisery on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Such a gorgeous piece, Scott. That opening stanza just blew me away. I mean Wow! Inspired work…

 

 

Debbie Berk on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Nice poem Scott.

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, as always I find such a deeply profound engagement with your words. That “gathering readiness” and “content” of which you speak rings so true. I managed two successive independent retirement living properties over a five year period and my experience with the residents was truly remarkable, your words given reference here a direct correlation with what I observed so clearly in so many of our dear friends there in their final stages of life. I came to realize and understand much in that time, their time.

So good to see what you have shared here.

 

 

Lisa Miller on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I really like your new poem and the picture is beautiful. I especially like the first paragraph of your poem. The line about nourishing a little bit of God in ourselves.

 

 

Pushkar Bisht on New Poem – always stay loyal…

The poem is very lovely and touching…

 

 

Bilal on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Still it is hard for me to understand poetry. But, to the extent I’ve understood and read, it is obvious that your poems are motivational, inspiring and delivers a strong message to live a healthy and meaningful life. Keep writing and sharing your thoughts.

 

 

Dr Jelka Samson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

“Far beyond melancholy and despair,
Where real sweetness dwells”….yes, how well and beautifully put!

 

 

Neena Sharma on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Wow..Beautiful poesy with a positive message dear Scottie sir. Loved reading and devouring the same :) Bless!

Indeed, we all have inner Godly treasures of Peace, love, light purity and Bliss. Enjoy giving and sharing the same…Yes, be loyal to yourself first in order to understand one’s own self better so that we could vicariously feel what others, our friends/well wishers want from us.The original nature of soul is peace, love, care and compassion. Be it, radiate the same…Only Love, joy and Happiness… :)Amen!

Divine greetings …Fond Regards
Neena

 

 

Munia Khan on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Such an amazing work filled with wisdom and light for life! A poem to treasure. Thank you so much Scott for this beautiful piece. A real joy to enjoy your great mind through every line…

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Falls of this magnitude always amaze me Scott…the sheer volume of water, the powerful road as the water falls far below.

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, so wonderful to see your soulful depth in words return. You have such a marvelous way of peeling back the many layers of the human condition. Wonderful as always my friend.

 

 

Barbara Smith on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This is profound & inspiring – it left this reader knowing there is something great to look forward to as the body washes away the time. Truly loved this latest poem – it couldn’t have been written any better – it’s inspiring and uplifting

 

 

Carol Zielinski on New Poem – always stay loyal…

So deeply moving and beautiful!!! Love it!!

 

 

Onitra Wilkerson Proffer on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful!

 

 

Sayed H. Rohani on New Poem – always stay loyal…

One of the most beautiful spiritual poems.

 

 

Margaret Nash on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I loved the poem. My favorite yet.

 

 

Sumana Roy on New Poem – always stay loyal…

“There’s a hint of divinity here”…this makes our life worth living…nice thoughts and photo :)

 

 

Micki Peluso on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, This poem is exactly what I needed to read in my present state of mind. I loved the lines that Ashlie mentioned. I will be referring back to this on the days my own soul seems deleted and needs the power of your thoughts to feed it continual hope.

 

 

Old Egg on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Yes, this is a beautiful poem that clearly demonstrates that happiness and contentment in life is freely available because we have that germ or grain of it already inside us. All we need is faith in ourselves.

 

 

Adrienne Miranda on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, Your poem is moving, inspiring and very profound. The soul is the center of our being and saturates all emotions, responses and ones divine nature. When we listen, reflect and are aware of eternal life our soul is hungry to give, love, share, and embrace others. Our soul is the light that illuminates from within and shows humankind who we really are. May each of us be led by our soulful light that shines brightly telling us to act in kindness and to love one another. How joyful and rich.

 

 

Richard Havenga on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott:

You captured me early in your poem with these words:
“…nourish a little of God in ourselves…”
I always call upon the Holy Spirit within for inspiration to write, and I do find it very nourishing.

~ Richard Havenga

 

 

Steve Petrou on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Your poem is great Scott. I could not help myself and read most of your other poems. You are truly gifted. Congrats.

 

 

Caroline Vriesendorp on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Just : Thank you for your wonderful words…..

 

 

Kelly DeVries on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Pretty words and images :). Thank you for it:).

 

 

Drew Clausen on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott I really enjoyed reading this great poem..Which is another in a long line of great poems that you have written and shared on here..I hope to read many more.

 

 

Jeta on New Poem – always stay loyal…

You look great on this new photo, Scott :) and your poem is wonderful, as all the rest. Keep writing!

 

 

Alexandra Psaropoulou on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Dear Scott What a beautiful poem, full of hope

 

 

Teresa Joseph Franklin on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I believe that we all need to read something everyday that is inspiring and true and yours especially Scott

 

 

Clifford Brooks on New Poem – always stay loyal…

You have clarity…

 

 

David Carranza Sr. on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Love the depth of your expression Scott…A Poets Soul and A Writers Heart….Humbly Proud to Call You Friend….

 

 

Joann on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Very moving,,,, luv it,

 

 

JT on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Greetings Scottie

This new poem captures the depth of an endless dream. It is evocative yet hopeful for the human wellspring of goodness. We live in dire times. People lose faith, abandoned by their positive spirit for lightness. I believe your elegant poem makes us wonder about the affirmations we tend to take for granted, most of all, this is a human-based poem. it knows how to feel & it knows how to love. Thanks for your kindness.

 

 

Mickey on New Poem – always stay loyal…

First, before I read your poem, I want to speak of the drape of your eloquent hand that speaks of the most elegant of mudras a Buddha like you could evoke, as if ribbons of twining light spilled through rich blood flowers to us from off the screen. I see an initiation string in the langour of your right wrist. Your open forehead furrows diminishing concern, and I’m happy about that. You crouch easily, so I think you are Hatha yoga fit. You look relaxed into your skeleton, and a little bit tired. You seem present, authentically, yet I could not guess what you are thinking. I will come back tomorrow. I must sleep now in Cincinnati . . .
Love from one of the world’s fools,
M

 

 

Bonnie Gail Carter on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I love your poem. Scott, check out my new site at https://theorphanageandfosterhomes.wordpress.com because I would really love to put your poem on my site.
I’m donating the proceeds from the sale of my paperback book toward my Cause to Help The Forgotten Children. I was one of them so I know how they feel.
contact me at bonniecarter201455@outlook.com
I suggest you to read the About Page first.
Thank you for the wonderful poem. I’m never disappointed in your poems.
Bonnie Gail Carter

 

 

Aria Ligi on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Love the ending of this. Especially:

To simply surrender all we are.
And, in doing so,
Give sap,
Some shape, some form
To the many blossoms still to come.

It has imagery which will reach many. It is cleverly crafted with a grace and insight that is softly infused within.

 

 

Donaa Diabiase on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Love!

 

 

Rochelle Soetan on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Love

 

 

John Rachel on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I should read this poem every day upon rising. It’s message is timeless and perfect for times that challenge one’s faith in human nature and hope for the future.

 

 

Charlie Zero on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, your words are filled with energy and light.
You’ve open up a door in everyone’s perception,
seeing the goodness and beauty in each and every one of us,
the earth, nature, etc.

Love this new poem of yours.

 

 

Ronee Henson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

My dear Scott, other than having occasional computer problems, I’m fine!
Your poem, as always, speaks of the truth of Life, as it should be lived.
Thank you !!!
Ronee

 

 

Darren Scanlon on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Such a beautiful written piece, my friend. Glad to hear you are healthy and writing again. Keep smiling

 

 

Laura Bailey on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Thank you Scott for sharing this very lovely poem. Sending you greetings from across the Great Pond…Take care and have a beautiful and healthy week!

 

 

Bonnie Roberts on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott, I’m so glad to see you back here with this latest spiritually intriguing poem–a questioning of who we are and where we are going and what we might leave behind. I hope the last line is true! Good to read you again!

 

 

Kim Nelson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Another gem, Scott. Your poems come few and far between, but each one is well thought out, concise and precise, and filled with wisdom and clear intent. I love reading your work.

 

 

Pat Yeager on New Poem – always stay loyal…

As always, beautifully expressed, Scott. Thank you.

Love the pic as well.

God Bless, Pat

 

 

Rebecca O’Donnell on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott’s poems always rejuvenate. This one was like a silver cup of fresh cool water. I feel refreshed just reading these beautiful words.

 

 

Tina Frisco on New Poem – always stay loyal…

 So moving… Stirred my soul deeply.

 

 

Brian Wakeman on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful command of language and expression of ideas…

 

 

Michael Roc Thomas on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Nice… Been a bit quiet myself recently. My blog went off air as its designer disappeared and the host co pulled the plug. All came as a bit of a shock but most of it was backed up so will recommence soon. Cheers!

 

 

Lesa Weller on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing this.

 

 

Carolyn Harkless on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Very nice, thank you Scott …

 

 

Linda Rogers on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Scott- the poems flow is seemless and touches the soul. Great writing that inspires.

 

 

Mahnaz Mohafez on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful poem as ever,dear Scott! Thanks for sharing!

 

 

Julie Canfield on New Poem – always stay loyal…

What a beautiful poem! I loved how this one and ‘Toil and Spin’ also spoke to my soul.

I am currently putting together notes for a manuscript on healing and rebuilding after a divorce. I would like to include these perhaps or parts of them. At some point I would like to discuss this with you if you are interested. I will, of course, have your name on the page with the poem or it’s section and yes your name, book title, website can be indexed in the back.

 

 

Jerry Lynn on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I liked this and with the nice photo too.

 

 

Kofi Asokwan Nkansah@ymail.com on New Poem – always stay loyal…

‘Our Essence Here and Beyond’ we well acknowledged when we ALWAYS STAY LOYAL … Bless You, Scott Hastie

 

 

Diane Mae Robinson on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Beautiful words about our journey toward the light.

 

 

Sherry Marr on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Oh Wow, Scott, this is a beauty! Such a wonderful message, the drawing forth what is within, the reservoir of light we draw from, and, especially, surrendering ourselves, at the end, to nourish growth yet to come. A stellar piece! Loved it!

 

 

Ashlie Allen on The extraordinary, magnificent Iguazu Falls

Wow, this is breath taking! It is almost too beautiful to be real.

 

 

Ashlie Allen on New Poem – always stay loyal…

For deep, deep down

In the very wellhead of life,

Far beyond melancholy and despair,

Where real sweetness dwells,

There is an ever abundant

Reservoir of light

To be drawn upon by angels. – These lines are extremely memorable and haunting. This poem is amazing, Scott. The lyrical voice in your poetry is dazzling. Great job!

 

Annell on New Poem – always stay loyal…

I like your new poem and your pic.

 

 

Loriam Jimenez on New Poem – always stay loyal…

This is a beautiful poem. We all need to stay loyal and have the loyal people out there. <3

 

 

Laura Laveglia on New Poem – always  stay loyal…

 

Also, forgot to tell you. LOve your new photo! What kind of flowers are the red ones in background? So pretty!!!!

 

 

Laura Laveglia on New Poem – always stay loyal…

Hi Scott! Your new poem when reading seemed to give me joy and hope. that is what I got out of your write.
This one, as many of your poems, has to be read more then once, for your poems are multi leveled!!!

xoxo Laura

 

 

X on New Poem – always stay loyal…

As we go about our lives, giving little bits of ourselves away to those that need it – we constantly need to be filling our own cup. Turning inward to that well of light so that it replenishes us. If we don’t – we eventually run out and run down – because our own energy/our own power is never enough.

 

David Jolly on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Scott, the depth of your poetry inspires

 

Shauna McNiven on Glorious South America…

Beautiful, inspiring photos! Thank you for sharing.

Shauna

 

 

Pushkar Bischt on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Dear Brother,

I admire you always… Also because your thoughts on my works are very encouraging and inspiring.

 

 

Tina Frisco on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

So deeply moving…

 

 

Tina Frisco on About

Scott ~ your writing is compelling and your website, very engaging. I’ve posted it on my social network pages and wish you every success.

 

 

Shardanand Tiwary on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Whenever I read you, I feel, very closer to my own Soul; as if you have penned my thoughts in your excellent style, better than me!

May God bless you the fragrances of wisdom and knowledge; more and more…

~Shardanand.

 

 

Verity Slade on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Loving your work…

 

Jezz Hulme on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

Loved the poem, Scottie

 

 

Denise on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Thank you, Scott, for leading me this way, so I could “Pause and gather in the stillness”! Beautiful!

 

 

Helen Keating Old on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Liked the poem, it’s the moments that matter…

 

 

Pushkar Bischt on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Lovely poem….I especially liked these lines..

For it is what it is,
This life,
No more and no less…
And everyday
It shines upon us
With a patience
That is inestimable.

 

 

Lene Fogelberg on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful poetry!!

 

 

Anna Marie Docherty on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Time to stop and take stock, to rest within ourselves and contemplate before making decisions or taking action. A kind of time out to make sure we do what will sit right within ourselves and bring with it peace and stillness for the soul. Great writing… contemplative in itself.

 

 

Neena Sharma on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Good going Scott, sir

 

 

Mary Harwell Sayler on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Lovely poetry, Scott! I’m impressed, too, that so many readers respond to your work. In the U.S. people seem too busy text-messaging each other to actually talk or read :)

 

 

Jennifer Doviak on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This one almost made me cry! Beautiful!

 

 

Meredith Hall on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Hi Scott, Love your most recent poem at scotthastie.com.

 

 

Rochelle Soetan on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

You are amazing, dear Scott, as is your new poem. Simply magic. I may be your greatest fan yet!

 

 

David Carranza Sr on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

Marvelous… Beautifully Inspiring.

 

 

David Carranza Sr on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Insightful work Scott you bring a sense of presence and now.
God Bless and stay strong…

 

 

Gina Greenlee on Glorious South America

The photos! – You are a visual poet as well. I was mesmerized.

 

 

Gina Greenlee on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I love everything about this poem especially how its theme physically evokes a calm in me. The theme is close to my heart: stillness, minimizing distraction, awareness that our restlessness has more to do with what’s inside us, not outside. Truly nourishing, Scott. I’m glad to have discovered your work.

 

 

J.Z Murdock on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

As always Scott, you play us like a well learned instrument. Your artful words as keys to evoke the deepest sentiments in our hearts, leaving us to reflect and feel until that state you have selected for us has overtaken and transported, leaving us only to realize that Mr. Hastie has done it to us yet again in that wonderful way of his.
It’s also a pleasant thing to learn from and better understand how to, from what you do.
Thank you, Sir.
Cheers!

 

 

Sharalee Podolecki on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I love the simplicity and lightness with which this heavy philosophy is treated. Well done! A bit heavy on the commas, but an overall well-written poem! :)

 

 

Eleanore Trumkiewicz on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

A beautiful piece, evocative, transcendent.

I stumbled in two places:

> Stanza 2, line 3, beginning with the pronoun “This” … That pronoun is amorphous, feels fuzzy and indistinct, and doesn’t seem attached to an idea (concrete or abstract). I’d prefer to see the phrase “This _______” with a clarifying subject, or to see the phrase written another way to avoid the use of “This” altogether.

> Stanza 5, line 1, the phrase “it is what it is” … The phrase is a cliche, in the first place, and in the second place, such a jarringly fatalistic note that it sounds discordant with the rest of the poem.

Nonetheless, a lovely work, and one I’ve marked as a favorite to reread. Thank you for sharing!

Scott says: Thanks Eleanore for your detailed consideration…Such careful readings and responses are always appreciated…
I suppose, in terms of the overall narrative, for me this was written with the intention of an interpretation that the ‘This’ you refer to is tied to the stillness; albeit in the previous stanza.
As for: ‘it is what it is’ this was an a deliberate attempt to take a conventional cliche and spiritually transform it and broaden out the truth of it far beyond fatalism… Dressing it as I do with an endless and unfathomable patience that leaves ALL doors open – rather than a life condition that seems disconnected with our hopes, dreams and our heart – in other words not necessarily harsh, cruel or already predicated… Thanks again for your thoughts.

 

 

John Lysaght on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

A wonderful and helpful thought, to be an active participant in our daily lives,responsible for our own happiness as we pause to manage the twists and turnings of our lives so to absorb the wonders of each day for now and tomorrow. One should quiet external noises whenever possible and allow the
uniqueness of the day to penetrate.

 

 

Muthu Kumar on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I appreciate all your works…

 

 

Sarah Lula Barton on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

Oh, I love this… quite beautiful!

 

 

Munia Khan on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Ironically sometimes our own soul can be the most faithful deceiver. Wonderful piece filled with many truths and much emotion.Liked this great work Scott!

 

 

Bryan Ens on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Love the concept of surrendering in modest ripples

 

 

Vanessa Matthews on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Lots to enjoy here. Pause and gather in the stillness, and surrender if only in the modest ripples. Wonderful.

 

 

Viv Blake on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I take heart and surrender to your words.

 

 

Madeleine Begun Kane on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Lovely. I felt a strong Shakespearean influence.

<strong>Scott says:</strong> Thanks so much Madeleine – of course nowhere near the master of voice himself!
But what you say really hits a target for me and is very pleasing – because so few spot what you have done…

I suppose partly because technically, the fact that I write in such a modern way obscures the truth of it for most folk…

But that truly core Shakespearian influence has always been central to my entire development and ambition as a writer -in terms of looking to find and polish a telling and musical voice of my own, as a poet.

Albeit in ‘free verse’ as some insist on calling it… or indeed lyrical prose – whatever… Who cares about the labels!! As in any art form, its the quality and resonance of work that matters – nothing else… Thanks for sharing your insight.

 

 

Other Mary on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This reads much like a meditation. I like the closing image of ripples on water, very serene.

 

 

Deborah Hodgetts on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I love, love the new poem and the images – absolutely stunning!

 

 

Charlie Zero on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Outstanding! and brilliant! poem.

I love it very much. :)

 

 

Abhra on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

That is a nice, calm and beautiful effect – living in the moment, yes – but soulful by giving in to it. Well done.

 

 

Carolyn Bean on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I enjoyed your poem very much, and shared it on my Caron Allan facebook page, where others enjoyed it too!

 

 

Linda Krushke on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I like that this ended with a resignation to contentment — at least that’s what I saw. Life can be difficult, but there are also blessings, and to be content in all things is better than being bitter for the difficulties. Peace, Linda

 

 

Glenn Buttkus on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Hey, nice to meet you, Scott; but I must mention, I have never got in a comment queue that was over a 100 souls strong; I like your poem a lot, though–for as a man over 70, I had to practice these insights you offer in order to ride the chaos bitch, ward off the banshee bites, fend off the lobbyist 1% demons, & find that my lifelong pursuit of poetics was the air beneath my wings.

 

 

Marina Sofia on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

How lovely to see you hear again – it’s been too long!
I like the last three lines but the ones that really struck a chord with me were:
A raw and unnecessarily restless
Sadness in our hearts.

 

 

Bjorn on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I always love a good re-read.. and yes this is what I still think.

 

 

Sheila Good on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful and inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

 

 

Muhammad Bilal on Glorious South America

The world is so full with beauty. And yet we are so empty and finding the beauty in things which can never be beautified. The images you shared, really made my day.

 

 

Marika on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Dear Scott: I love your website and your inclusion of the interesting comments of your readers.

I see you progressing. A book you might love is “Staying Alive: Real Poems for Real Times” edited by Neil Astley, published by BloodAxe. It is a compendium of poems collected under different themes.

“A book must be an axe which smashes the frozen sea within us.” Franz Kafka

Your poem intrigued me, so I had to read rapidly the first time. I believe that the last lines could be:

with a patience

inestimable.

simply surrender

as best you can.

I realize this may change up the number of lines you may have wanted to include, however the brevity and exposure of these thoughts without accoutrement make your message stronger.

You know I love your work, your website, your fans and especially your determination to keep improving.

Warmest Regards, O’Baire

 

 

Margaret Nash on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The unspoken reference in the first line is to the lilies of the field who ‘neither toil nor spin yet are gloriously arrayed.’
We choose to toil and spin, to be distracted with the exigencies of life, so miss out on the carefree life of the lily. Instead we create raw and restless sadness.
The only solution is to pause and be still like the flower, allowing life to be what it is and shine on us patiently, and trust that the effect of these pauses is somehow cumulative and will provide us with some modest relief from the ‘vain distractions.’
Pensive and optimistic…

 

 

Ronnie Shantz/Robinson on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I can certainly understand the ongoing undercurrents of deceit. Aprapo, great poem. Keep it up.

 

 

Nivedita Yohana on Glorious South America

You not only create magic with your words but also with photography. They are all worthy to be in a gallery or in an exhibition.

 

 

Nivedita Yohana on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Your poem is absolutely brilliant. This is precisely what I am going through . What you write is absolutely true. Admidst all the toil and hustle and bustle of life, we need to indeed find our serenity. It is a reminder to go back to our roots and be in touch with our soul and search for that inner light. All your poems are so deeply philosophical, they truly come from a higher dimension.

 

 

Aria Ligi on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

The heart of this is the last stanza:

And simply surrender in moments,
As best you can,
Even if only in modest ripples
That gently caress
The shore of your dreams.

Sweet and heartfelt. Simply lovely.

 

 

Steven Carver on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Hi Scott – that’s a beautiful poem.

 

 

Don Carroll on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This piece speaks volumes to me. the third stanza is like a lightning rod stanza for me. obviously one has to do a lot of retreating to start to swirl around a lot of deceitfulness. great title too.

 

 

Sherrie Miranda on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Very thought provoking & beautiful poem.
Thanks!
Sherrie
A young American woman who goes to war-torn El Salvador: tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

 

 

Todd Kraft on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Scott,

It’s been awhile, and it sounds great. One interesting question for the poets, is do we do ourselves a disservice by conforming to old capitalization standards. I don’t have an answer.

Really nice sentiments. The meter and sound is really great. I appreciated the read. The sound, the fury, and the tender heartbeat of a globe? That’s what I get.

 

 

Sherry Marr on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Oh I love this – such wise advice. This present moment is inestimably precious. We need to remember how soon it will be gone. Thanks for this reminder, Scott.

 

 

Prajackta on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The title itself is so powerful… I enjoyed doing a slow recital of your words in my mind. Brought a quiet strength to my thoughts

 

 

Eileen T. O’Neill on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Scott,

Absolutely loved delving deeply into the depths of this great poem. It seemed rather like Desiderata..Keeping on track with life, while in contemplation, reserving moments to care for oneself and prayerful.I LOVED this very much..

Eileen

 

 

Jae Rose on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

What a beautiful poem – one I really needed to read in this moment.

 

 

Rebecca O’Donnell on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Your words, almost oracular, are always just what I need to read, at the precise moment I need to read them. Thank you.

 

 

CC on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This part is very thought-provoking:

“Look how we fashion instead
A raw and unnecessarily restless
Sadness in our hearts.”

I think that we do sometimes fashion an unnecessarily restless sadness within ourselves….we fashion it when it doesn’t need to be there and then we feed it and cultivate it and let it grow exponentially.

 

 

Lori Triggs on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A wonderful write with creatitity.

 

 

Adda Leah Davis on Glorious South America

How fortunate you are to have visited this place and capture all it’s beauty. Our world is so beautiful, but we often neglect to take the time to enjoy it. It seems you had a wonderful time and I’m so happy you did.

 

 

George Streetor on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Scott, your poems and lovely photos are very interesting and pray you to continue like that.

 

 

Sarah Lingley Williams on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Awesome, thank you for sharing, Scott!

 

 

Brother Ollie on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Wise poem good sir!

 

 

Jannie Funster on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I totally agree with this poem! I’d say I’ve only “learned” in the past year what it truly means to be in the moment. Delicious!

 

 

Hank on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

So take heart from this
And simply surrender in moments,
As best you can

In life one has to accept doses of offerings to be able to survive and enjoy a little. Wonderful lines Scott!

Hank

 

 

Torie on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Very lovely writing, Scott!! I felt a connection to your poem :)

 

 

KC Hart on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Love reading your poems Scott, you have a way with words thank you for sharing xx sending blessings of love & light K.C.

 

 

G L Meisner on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Great poem the flow is smooth like a stream along its banks.

 

 

Ankita Sethi on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Living in the moment is the key to a happy life.. The ending lines gave a perfect ending to an inspiring write. Thank you for sharing.

 

 

Magaly Guerrero on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The last stanza rains the kind of truth that makes life a wonderful game to play… Appreciating the wonders and knowing that the not so wonderful things won’t last forever can make for very good living.

 

 

Thotpurge on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Restless sadness indeed.. enjoyed this poem.

 

 

Gabriella on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

There are times when we need words such as yours. I particularly liked the last stanza in this poem.

 

 

Wendy Bourke on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A lovely extended metaphor in the last stanza. Much of life as inevitable as waves lapping to shore. I enjoyed this reading this piece.

 

 

Loiriam Jiminez on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Nice pictures, Scott. I’m glad that you had fun time at your glorious vacation. :)

 

 

John Rachel on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The last verse is breathtaking.

 

 

Gillena on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Luv the way this journeys into contentment

Thanks for inviting me to read

Much Love…

 

 

Elizabeth on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Wonderfully woven reflection on the need to still self and simply be there in the moment. We really don’t do that enough, perhaps afraid we might miss something. Never realizing how much we are truly missing.

Elizabeth

 

 

ZQ (R.K. Garon) on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Well done sir.

 

 

Totomai on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The last lines are very inspirational Scott. We should embrace everyday, be it a fast-pace one of a slow one

 

 

My hearts love songs on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Oh! I LOVE this! Stunning!

 

 

Zongrik on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I know that raw unnecessary sadness all too well…

 

 

Natasa Dolenc on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I love the way you close the poem, very truthful.

 

 

Truedessa on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

To me it is about riding the tides of life even a small ripple can bring joy.

 

 

Roda on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Hello Scott … very sweet of you… Did read it again and again to truly breathe it in. The last verse is particularly poignant … as I have been feeling so restless lately. So much poetry flows out from me that I am at present just doing nothing but playing on my i-pad. I don’t know what to do with all the poetry I have written. Four books are lying in draft form which I just want to forget about … just tired of working so hard for so long. Sorry to spill my heart here. It was a pleasure to read your poem too. Regards Roda

 

 

Joel Savage on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Time and time I’ve said this. Your poems bring goose pimples all over my body any time I read them, because they are inspiring and touchy, since they reflect on life’s turmoil, activities, trials, tribulations and happiness. Thank you.

 

 

Carol Zielinski on  Glorious South America

What an amazing set of photos!!

 

 

Carol Zielinski on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

What a lovely piece!!

 

 

Sanna on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A truly spectacular piece..! :D

 

 

Donna on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Many levels here Scott but I will take it at the beautiful surface level of life is what it is indeed…and the best way to connect with happiness is to surrender and be in the moment…enjoy those moments….loved the ending lines.

 

 

Laura Laveglia on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Hello my friend!

Your words will ring truth to many! We must take from this life all the light that is given us and take the dark not with sadness, but try to extract all the good from the abyss and only then bundle it in a pretty bow drowning the hurt but always hold its lesson!!!!

Thank you for teaching me Scott!!!!

 

 

Mary on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I do like the idea of surrendering to the moments….even as we caress the shore of dreams. To me this means: live in the moment, but continue to think beyond! Another rich poem to be enjoyed, Scott!

 

 

Vandana on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful song for a soul to sing

 

 

Bonita Christensen on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I enjoyed your poem. I’d write more poems, but life is getting so busy and distracted!!

 

 

Barbara Smith on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This is “just” as life is people should never take it for grant but live each day to the fullest.

 

 

Alexandra Psaropoulou on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Even if only in modest ripples

That gently caress
The shore of your dreams.

Dear Scott the above poem and the ending are so sweetly profound and touching

 

 

Mickey on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I’ll go with the non-analysis crowd . . . Love

 

 

Mickey on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Le Paul du Maroc?

 

 

Mickey on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Linda Hogan! A Woman Who Watches Over the World!

 

 

Charlene Truxler on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Thanks for sharing Scott. I enjoyed the poem, albeit a rather sad statement. I am in hopes that you were just airing a few thoughts and not seeded in the verses that came through. You are important. Every life is precious and creates only what that particular soul is capable of creating.

 

 

John Lysaght on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A wonderful and helpful thought, to be an active participant in our own
happiness and pause to manage the twists and turnings so to absorb the wonders of today for now and tomorrow.

 

 

Jeri Fink on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A haunting poem – don’t we all “toil and spin” too much?

 

 

Anna on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful thoughtful words Scott, yet I think it true for some sadness and despair fill those quiet moments, for life has offered them little but this. Toil is all there is and dreams are a painful illusion.
Kind regards
Anna :o]

 

 

Julie on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I liked that…

 

 

Joann on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Well you are on fire… taking a risk and putting yourself out there for us… Strong imagery Scott – as a poet inspired, bittersweet & melancholy —

j:)

 

Banu Bidarkund on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Subtle and sublime

 

 

Jetta Vojkollari on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful as always! Thank you Scott for sharing your wonderful poetry with us.

 

 

Rachaelgrace Adams on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Loved the line, so take heart in this. Actually loved the whole piece Scott. Though life is short, at times we feel it is long and this poem sums everything up. Well done. Looking forward to reading more. Thank you for this one.
Be well my friend,
Racheal

 

 

Nura Ahmed on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Nice…

 

 

misunderstood on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A very insightful poem…something to refer to when we forget that the present moment is really all we have. We are always striving for more when everything we needs, so many gifts of life are already in front of us.

 

 

Sylvia Mui Ling Johnson on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Nice writing…

 

 

Don Carroll on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Great stuff. Especially love the last three lines!!

 

 

Kim on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

As I read, I felt that you and I have been on similar journeys of discovery and acceptance. Every line is rightly crafted with exactitude. This is most certainly one of your best pieces!

 

 

Ken W. Simpson on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Nice!

 

 

Diane Mills on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 “This is beautifully penned. When I am out with nature, I always capture something that inspires me to write, some blossom starting to bloom on a tree, the scent of it, as it drifts on the breeze, a fluttering butterfly upon a flower. I take a photograph, so I have the memory stored. It is so important to capture those times, when you are not rushing. Sometimes you just need to relax, look around you, for everything is poetry. Thank you so much Scott.

 

 

Polly Robinson on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I like this too…

 

 

Em on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful… Thank you for sharing. You are a great inspiration.

 

 

Polly Robinson on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I like this…

 

 

Ashlie Allen on Glorious South America 

These are outstanding!! The photos of the waterfall are dazzling.

 

 

Ashlie Allen on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

This is a lovely poem full of wisdom. The lines are lyrical, honest and resonating. Amazing poem, Scott! I enjoyed reading it.

 

 

Darren Scanlon on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Nicely done, Scott.

 

 

Agron Shele on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

http://atunispoetry.com/2015/04/25/as-we-toil-and-spin-by-scott-hastie/?

Scott says: Thanks for the feature here, Agron – most appreciated…

 

 

Agron Shele on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Congratualations Scott! Fine!

 

 

Stsimorflu Fleury on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Your poem “As We Toil and Spin” makes one ponder ones place in life.

 

 

Cassandra Swann on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Glad to see you’re still writing :)

Best wishes
Cassandra

 

 

Katie Mia Frederick on Glorious South America

Ah.. thanks for sharing all theses beautiful photos of South America and the natives there are certainly as beautiful as the landscape.. as the indigenous wild spirit of life can be so alive in these lands farthest away from the ‘start’.. as the nomads with ‘wilder’ genes among us travel farther to gain the greatest fruits of life…

But anyway.. my dream was always to marry a woman like ‘that’ so the Pacific Islander part of that still remains true for me.. as there is nothing more beautiful to me than the exotic wild of indigenous beauty FREE!..:)

 

 

Katie Mia Frederick on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Ah yes.. the quiet moments of harmony of emotions and senses that come with a mind and body in balance in the most wonderful animal present of now..

And we humans are so truly distracted now.. by a full platter served up now.. almost from birth.. of cultural noise and images that keep us in the plays of someone else’s directed life instead of creating our own..

ADDITIONALLY.. as life is recorded in associations with the past through material goods and other cognitive symbols of the mind AS well as constant worry over what can be multiplied by all the illusory fears we feed our minds.. for an illusory mind of the future THAT IS often steeped in FEAR…

For me the practice of dance and creativity in all ‘free verse’ forms takes me into the peace of present but truly to escape mind distractions are easiest for me with free flowing dance.. where emotions.. senses.. become regulated.. and integrated.. as a ‘wholistic’ human animal rather than a life spent in head with a disconnect of the body that is mind too..:)

 

 

Richard Havenga on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Scott:

Another fine piece of poetry. You have put a nice finish on this one; the ending that is: “… in modest ripples / That gently caress / The shore of your dreams.”

Gratefully,

Richard

 

 

Other Mary on Glorious South America

Glorious pics!

 

 

Sumana Roy on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

“For it is what it is, / This life, / No more and no less…”..and it does shine.i believe this..a lovely poem…

 

 

JudeeAnn on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Your writing is tender and meaningful. A wonderful blend and a great flair for creativity. A lovely poem.

Beautifully written, Scott.

 

 

TJ Sally on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Hello Scott – you truly are a gifted poet, one which brings light into darkness, shelter from the storms and a place of quiet to ease the ever present noise within an unrested soul. Your Friend – TJ

 

 

wolf rosebud on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

You brought a grace and simpleness to this… a fresh revision of “stop & smell the roses”… and people, of all ages, need to slow down.

 

 

Other Mary on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Very good, Scott. I think this is important for everyone, but especially writers. Thank you.

 

 

Xerxes Aga on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Your poem makes one stop and ponder the present. Savour it. Treasure it. For the present instantly segues into the past. The present is the most fleeting of all tenses. The past is forever. The future unknown. The present repels adhesion yet it is the stuff of all memory. So breathe in the moment. Smell the grass. Let the waves caress your toes. Kiss a girl. Memories are made of such moments.

 

 

mindlovemisery on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Such wisdom in your words Scott, your work induces self-reflection, makes one feel connected to the universe. I think your work is like little slices of enlightenment!

 

 

Teresa Joseph Franklin on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

As always you leave me speechless with your poetry on life

Thank you always

 

 

Deborah Hodge on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I think that sums where I am right now Scott. perfect. Surrendering myself in moments to the ripples. Pausing in the stillness yet alone.

You capture the essence of life cleanly and to perfection in this Scott.

I think this is one of my favourites.

Thank you for sharing xx

 

 

Old Egg on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The lives we lead are enjoyed through an attitude of mind. Each day the sun does its job and we take the opportunity to enjoy every minute we can. Well penned Scott.

 

 

Mahnaz on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

The poem is like the pages of a book called LIFE. Thanks for sharing!

 

 

Sayed H. Rohani on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A beautiful poem giving hope and heart to the reader to take advantage of every single bit to bring you to the “shore of your dreams.”

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Excellent write, Scott! The first and last stanzas are particularly gorgeous!

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on  New Poem – Glorious South America…

Great photos! You’ve captured all of Brazil in these pics. Good to see you too in a couple of them!

 

 

Vinita Agrawal on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

 

How ironic to read something about slowing down, just after I’d written that it is my desire to do just that. Lovely poem Scott! Elegantly penned and gently conveyed. The pith of what you have conveyed is worth it’s weight in gold!

 

 

Bonnie Gail Carter on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I love your poems Scott.

 

 

Don MacIver on Glorious South America

 

Beautiful, fascinating images Scott! Looks like you really got the most out of your trip. Those mountain visuals are so much like here in British Columbia, our homeland! Thank you for sharing so many amazing photos.

 

 

Debbie Berk on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Very nice poem Scott.

 

 

Lisa C.Miller on Glorious South America

Beautiful pictures. Looks like you had a wonderful time.

 

 

Mickey Morgan on New Poem – Glorious South America…

Magnificent inspiring forces of nature and beauty of people . . . only the seer can see so lovingly

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Wonderfully inspired and moving Scott. Your words resonate tender blessings and a peace we should all know and embrace. You have closed so well with your last two stanzas. I always imagine your voice heard reading each of your writings to us, an opportunity for undistracted contemplation and assurance through your message.

What a wonderful way to close a Friday!

Warmest regards as always,

Don

 

 

Lisa C.Miller on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I love the last line. I think it is a good ending for the poem I just think it is a great line.

 

 

Drew on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Very good I enjoyed the poem.

 

 

Mickey Morgan on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I second that emotion

 

 

Tora on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I needed this right now, very touching and fitting to my current personal struggle…I truly have always hated the saying that runs deep in my family “It is what it is”. But it had no negative connotation here, it was almost peaceful. Wonderfully written as always, and thank you for the message or may have missed this beautiful piece!

 

 

Humbird on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Love the idea to stop, to take time to ponder, surrender what not not serving us presently for we not going to take our burden in new rhythms, new adventures of life… Important poem

 

 

Jacqueline Touche on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Beautiful and Inspirational as always

 

 

Diane Mae Robinson on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Sorrow, with the glimmer of hope that never dies within us.

 

 

An Irish Gentleman in New York on  New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Thanks Scott

Once again the words are luminous like a thousand suns & moons at dawn. this reflective piece conjures up visions + images of an ocean uncurling. the sea is a metaphor for the restlessness of life. i especially am connected to poetry that is grounded as well as exuding a unique kinetic energy. work should remind us that toil is the reward & not the consequence of our personal sacrifices. kudos to you scott. yet another affirming poem that spins its own colours onto an invisible, white canvas.

 

 

Mark Davis on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

Life offers many beginnings with only one ending, eternity. Savor the moment because it may not come this way again. Life comes at you like waves from the ocean. Either you crest with the motion or become submerged with the tide. In end the pillars of life will collapse for all of us but the summation of moments define our true reality.

An excellent poem. You have great talent for the written word. Look forward to more. Mark Davis

 

 

Bjorn on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

I read from this a grindstone of life, that sorrow wearing us down, unless we surrender to the hope we might cling to, like a shipwrecked might cling to anything giving him buoyoncy… I find this poem very intriguing Scott.

 

 

Bonnie J. Toomey on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A pensive reflection which reminds the reader to honor precious moments of contemplation and to be aware of the sacred connections of one’s sprit to the larger collective world. Lovely and uplifting.

 

 

Laura Bailey on Glorious South America

Wow!! Love your travel photos! Thanks so much for sharing your trip here!!

 

 

Laura Bailey on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A beautiful and inspirational poem with a great closing! Thanks for sharing!

 

 

Annell on New Poem – as we toil and spin…

A lovely piece!

 

 

Clifford Brooks on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

You’re a solid talent, boss. My first book was nominated for a Pulitzer and new one already in the mix for next year’s awards.

 

 

Don Carroll on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Love the metaphor here. Freeing oneself from the chain is definitely all about the journey. some links of that chain are harder to work out of and it can leave one in darkness in a tussle. Nicely done!!

 

 

Bobu Whether Sakita on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I really love so much your poem…

 

 

Ronnie Shantz Robinson on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott. Just read your poem, very introspective. Reminiscent, perhaps, of something I call planned synchronicity to some degree. Very well done. R.S.R.

 

 

Pushkar Bisht on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I have always observed that “There is tremendous energy in this universe, if one is awake then he will realize it otherwise if he is asleep, he is lost in darkness. Science says, nothing happens without energy. Your poem reminds of Albert Einstein, famous formula, E=MC2 it means Engery is equal to mass and speed of light….Every atom when combined in numerous quantities at one point, it bursts violently and moves the world a lot. Divine energy is best of all energies because it is what makes us feel peaceful, thoughtful, deep, pure, light & beautiful in thoughts…..

 

 

Pushkar Bisht on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I like the last stanza very much.

And when it bursts forth
Tis a wonderfully furious thing.

 

 

Diane Mills on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wonderfully penned my new friend ☺ Breathtakingly romantic. Love it!

 

 

Nadia Kebboua on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Well done Scott, I love it! Congratulations!
Brillant poem as usual! Love it so much!

 

 

Roger Wilson on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Laura: I like! Roj. x

 

 

Laura Bailey on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

A beautiful poem with so much truth at it’s core. Thanks for sharing this wisdom with us Scott.:))

 

 

Deborah Hodge on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

This poem is genuinely stunning and moving my friend. It resonates with my soul. You have captured the essence of life in an intricate chain. I could visualise each part of a chain, reliant on the next for force, and never ending. Each link leading to other. It’s great mastery of words and I love all your work. Such a tonic in today’s fast paced need for celebrity culture. Thank you for sharing.

 

 

Nivedita on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

It’s beautiful. It is pregnant and bursting with life force. Its a deeply spiritual poem. You lace all your poems elegantly with the ephemerality of life, simultaneously bringing forth the permanence of spirit and how well you surface such magnificent thoughts through powerful imagery is in fact ingenious.

Your choice of words such as: “intricate chain”, “fleeting moment”;”Tentative soul’s journey”;”A fateful knock at your door That will surely come again”;”And when it bursts forth
Tis a wonderfully furious thing” are indeed brilliant!!! Every word and every space in between those words, can tell volumes. Amazing!!! Hats off to you!!!

 

 

Margaret Nash on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wow! This poem hit me in the gut—I find it rather dark. So our choice is to keep the hollow dreams of the chain going, or resign ourselves to fate and the inevitable knock at the door. But we can at least take comfort in the knowledge that the forces of the universe will supply us with some wonderful bursts of energy now and then that will keep us going.
I like it, but it’s rather stoical, and I’m not sure it’s a philosophy I want to surrender to.
Did I read this right, Scott?

Scott says: Hiya Margaret, Thank you, as ever, for your very open, careful and generously considered thoughts on this piece – much appreciated… I guess ‘it is what it is’ and what you take of it is inevitably reflective of where we are on out journey, at any one time… I’m not sure about stoical – I see it more as a sharing of a certain level of knowing and feeling… – more in line with Nivedita’s perhaps less fearful interpretation above? For me, it is all around an awareness that life is a double edged sword of wonderful and powerful opportunities & challenges – all the while provided by benevolent subliminal forces that ideally we should approach with bravery and in good spirit… Easier to say, harder to do, for sure!! But I guess the key phrase in that respect is: “to keep bringing light to bear…” And, if living fully and, as we do so, remembering we are forever approaching these tipping points of spiritual destiny – where we will always still have the precious liberty to go one way or the other – so that choice is forever ours… Hope that makes sense!

 

Janice Towndrow on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I really enjoyed this

 

 

Victoria Emree on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I very much like your style. I especially enjoyed Lost Puppies and Life Collects. I have a lot to learn as far as poetry goes, haha.

 

 

Mickey Pamo on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

no shade without light
no hot without cold
all is light
all is water . . .
whether hot, whether cold,
whether in between
your dream.

 

 

Mickey on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

A poem in twilight language may be nicely commented upon in the same language:

If I Were Fire

I could move like a changeable leaf
wrapping and curving on the edges
while my central vein bent with the dry wind.
Shape-shifting, pliant,
dripping and stretching. Hot aspiring
to a cool blue God.

If I were fire you’d think me to a peanut between your eyes.
You’re only just now getting the trick of fixing me there
and are sure you’re changing too—you see me outside your brow.
You watch me flickering to your breath.
You inhale through full lips, soft tongue
and then pulse out a gentle nudge of air that yawns me
in a soft stretch off my wick, my spine.
A shirt on a pole drying in the backyard.
A flat Indiana farm.

If I were fire, I’d sheath around your flesh,
burn you like noon’s gaze, cape you under orange light.
I’d consume the hair all over you, the grasses
on the open plain, and then, when you were clean,
I’d love your spine as mine and all your limbs would wear me.

Scott says: Astonishing Mickey… The sheer glory of your realised spirit puts me in the shade and yet pulls me in to the light… Brilliant!

 

 

Kenn on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Time flows faster than anyone would like it to, and I feel that it’s important we take the time to enjoy the true upbringing we have been blessed with. It is interesting to see people change from one day to the next, and it is amazing what the human condition delivers. In the grand scheme of things I believe it is best to enjoy every waking moment that we are given. So many people let the negative side of life bother them, and it is a sad thing to see. Which is why I always feel sympathetic for those who feel that way. Ultimately it is up to the person to determine what life path they choose, but it doesn’t mean that they have to be alone. This poem spoke a lot to me, and I’m thankful for reading it.

 

 

Laura Laveglia on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott!

This was a spiritual piece and it took me many reads to ingest.
The Human race is like a game of dominos. As one opens the door of light it can trigger many others to see goodness and when this door opens it travels like wild flower!

This poem is different from your others, but as always your talent blinds!!

 

 

Carol Zielinski on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Beautiful poem Scott!! Just lovely!

 

 

Locomente on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

And you have written awesomely…

 

 

Dr. Jelka Samsom on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

This poem is a balm for the weary heart!

 

 

Dee on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Another great one Scott! You enlighten with your words so carefully placed. Ty

 

 

Kelvin s.m. on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Sir Scott! I love the energy you always bring into your writing & this in particular is wistful & filled with candid feelings. I am glad to be reading your works again, sir. Thanks for the poem. Smiles.

 

 

Hank on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

A fateful knock at your door

That will surely come again.
And the choice then
Will always be a stark one,

How true Scott! One can always expect that mysterious knock that will lead us on a journey through life. That makes the journey all the more interesting! Great lines!

Hank

 

 

Nadai Kebboua on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Scott,

I really like your poems, they’re fabulous!

Many thanks again for the great poems, love them!

 

 

Caron Allan on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wonderful imagery and a fresh way of seeing. Thank you!

 

 

Rev. Bob Mitchell on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Scott,

I love the way you use language. I’d be a phony if I claimed to understand poetry — it has always been a challenge for me.
I usually end up having someone explain it, and then the light goes on for me.

Speaking of light going on — as a Christian, these lines really spoke to me:

And so the challenge
Is a simple one,
To keep bringing light to bear.

For me, I mean the light of Christ, of course.

Thanks for sharing — all the best — blessings and shalom!

Bob

 

 

Pamela Sayers on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wonderful write, Scott. So much that I can relate to as well. Have a wonderful week.

Peace and love,

Pamela ox

 

 

Munia Khan on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

If spirit could be smelled, it would smell like your heavenly words… And if we could taste words, it would surely taste like your beautiful spirit, Scott! And it’s all because all senses are locked and chained by this excellent piece of work. As always a wonderful poem representing timelessness of thoughts~~

 

 

Barbara K. Smith on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Enjoyed this journey that does take place in every life in order for us to reach our goals. No-one knows what their journey will be but “we” must hold onto the beliefs we have in life and abide by them in accordance with each link that’s facing us.

 

 

Dr. Jelka Samsom on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Your poem is absolutely wonderful!

 

 

Roger Wilson on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi there, I like! Roj. x

 

Nadia Kebboua on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Well done Scott, I love it! Congratulations!

 

 

Kari M. Knutsen on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Well written, Scott! … Life… All here for a reason… we do not always understand… yet here… puzzling… as we wonder why… going on with or without passion… all things in life somehow connected as we learn… understanding or not… flawed humans yet fabulous… Ohhh! Life!!! Yes, wonderful Life! Thank you for sharing, my Friend! Thumbs up for your poem!!!

 

 

Bjorn Rudberg on  View from the Great Ocean Road, South Australia – Two of the Twelve Apostles…

A view like this is simply breathtaking.. and I think I can hear the song of surf from the waves.

 

 

Ervin Amaya on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I like this post, very intuitive writing.

 

 

Paul Bowles on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott, Yes, good work, I’m glad about the chinks and on guard for the fateful knocks and recourse to the hollow dreams…again…but thank God for the elemental energy in the background. It made me cough up something this Spring as I would hope…a chink I guess.
Then back on guard again.

 

 

Myrna on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Beautiful poem. I like the bringing light to bear, not just in writing, but in living and I think that this connects humanity. I enjoy your style and the depth of your words.

 

 

Elizabeth on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Slow, soft reflection that ends in that furious thing. The soul’s journey is amazing

Elizabeth

 

 

Totomai on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

So true. it’s our responsibility to make people around us better. a very thoughtful observation Scott

 

 

Donna on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I loved how you had us traveling down the intricate chain of this poem…a wonderful message here.

 

 

Torie on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Oh, life is a mysterious thing, indeed! Each journey is different, yet still the same. Very wonderfully written, Scott. So many great lines. You speak the truth here and it’s definitely been felt :)

 

 

Jessica Klein on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I understand from your poem that grace exists and with each act the time between is incomprehensible. If I continue to live I need to do in front of me the recourse that allows purity into my ways. It’s interesting you bring up conjoined as explicit sexual energy shared. That’s the only, I think, predictable desire which brings forth life…infantile, curious, and needing affection. I believe that this poem points out that actually between moments of grace a knock returns its call with a, “Okay, follow the path of courage or try to reach a dream that’s not particular, been there done that.” So, I understand you to say it’s rare to see a singular, intelligent, passion be the cohort in a sudden gesture of frenzy. I believe that too. People are too distracted. Why do you capitalize every first word of the stanza? It’s not really correct form…I learned that in school. I suppose you have a good reason. Just curious. Thanks for the great poem.

Scott says: Thanks for your thoughtful comments on the meaning of the poem, Jessica. With regards to capitalisation – whilst I realise not perhaps the most contemporary form, traditionally that’s always how it has been over here – in terms of our great literary heritage and a tradition that stretches all the way back to the seminal Romantic poets, Shakespeare and far beyond… The same writers that so inspired me during my own school studies and I guess I’ve just stuck with it, ever since… In the more modern Concrete sense, which was also a key liberating influence for me, as a young writer – I kinda prefer the impact they make too – but that’s just me and aesthetics, I suppose…

 

 

ZQ (R.K. Garon) on  New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Bravo!

 

Daniel Ray on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott, Great! We are ever, infinitely on tests, under the vigil of God, there is a chain of command, mostly we fail to feel or recognize, we are here to pass the tests on challenge, you know, it is never easy to satisfy God for HE is the PERFECT JUDGE, once you qualify HIS test, you never ask for results of your performance or achievements to be recognized by mortal men, but it is equally important to have mortal recognitions to keep fighting for our survival, there is a chain of relationships, moments, and performance, it was a nice poem you have composed, keep writing, remember, you are also on HIS VIGIL, HE KNOWS each moment of your living, do to satisfy mankind to be in the good book of GOD, no more today, to your success in writing, DANIEL RAY

 

 

Sherry Marr on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

“To keep bringing light to bear”….I love that line. Yes, afflicted with our passion for writing, we keep on doing it, even on days when the words dont come easily or well, and with much more zeal on the rarer days when they do.

 

 

Rene on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wonderful indeed

 

 

Richard Havenga on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Yes, Scott (and Mary Kling), we all need to keep “bringing light to bear”. Ironically, several of today’s readings at mass, and in my Lenten devotions, had to do with the light. Intentionally, my post tomorrow (3-16-15) @ “Walk With Father Nature” is titled: “Light”. Scott: you make us wait long to better appreciate your valued verse. ~ Richard

 

 

Neena Sharma on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Very profound and moving…Accepting the stark reality of life…depicting the joyride and maze of of the Labyrinth of life!

Another piece of marvel coming out of your brain child Scott sir.
Congrats. God Bless!

Stay healthy and happy, always at peace.Amen!

Divine regards
Neena

 

 

Sumana Roy on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

…bursting forth of the elemental energy reminds this journey to be on razor’s edge…great lines…

 

 

Audrey Howitt on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott–you have a wonderful way of expressing the soul’s work–such a pleasure to read.

 

 

Alexandra Psaropoulou on  New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Our conjoined instincts,
Like sexual fire,
Come and go.
But that’s the way of things.

Forever in the background
A persistent, elemental energy
That didn’t ask to be here,
Just is…
And when it bursts forth
Tis a wonderfully furious thing

I have to say these are absolutely my favourite lines Scott. And there is certainly no need to analyse…it speaks for itself…we are all living those moments

Mandla Thabo Sukati Qhobosheane on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Several themes stood out and made me want to keep reading.

I liked your presentation of the concept that we cannot fathom how long the chain of interconnectedness is. That is deep and very true. In my opinion, 0nce we lift the veil of the belief systems we were born into the light comes in much stronger. And it’s up to us as individuals to nurture and come back to this light so that we can evolve spiritually and bring others with us. Because then the light becomes stronger and everpresent.

Poetry is a great way to keep us on our spiritual path. Before we came into human form we were given an assignment related to improving humanity in some way. It’s always great to see creative work that reaffirms this.

Thank you Scott.

 

 

Poppy on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

 

There IS an intricate chain, in all that we do. Forever connected to the flicker of yesterday’s acts, today’s light is bright, but fleeting, and our hope lies in the rays of tomorrow.

Your lovely composition shines with inspiration.

Poppy

 

 

Vandana on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

A soul’s journey never finishes, until it attains ” moksha”!

 

 

Mary on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I love the optimism in this poem, Scott. The hopefulness is palpable. We must always keep bringing light to bear!

 

 

Drew on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

The poem has an ever lasting feel to it that takes ones soul on a journey of life in wonder. It spoke to everyone and me in it’s own way. So that we took the journey slowly and made us think of our life with a strong heart felt life of comfort.. Thanks Scott I enjoyed the time in reading this poem as I feel you enjoyed the time writing the poem..

 

 

Jae Rose on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I suppose the essence of change is connection… Which can create sparks or soothing waves… It sounds like the former in this case!

 

 

EmAchieng on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I enjoyed reading. :-)

 

 

Ken Simpson on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I like the thoughtful, introspective theme, Scott. Deep and intuitive, it relates more to the subconscious than the conscious mind.

 

 

Fancy Irish Fellow from New York on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Greetings

One of the strongest attributes of this poem is that the energy remains persistent & boundless. life is a chain of interconnected parts. it is economical in style without resorting towards over-simplistic dialogue. i’ve always admired your collection of thoughts from afar. the fire still burns & sparkles like a hot star. i would definitely add this poem to your favourite list. now, i have to go but i will return like that meteor awaiting its atmosphere. take care now. continue to feel inspirated by the luminscent beams.

 

 

humbird on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Love and grace go very close …indeed they will bring the special energy of connection, love chain…Your poem sounds like very essential thought/feeling we all eventually come to….

 

 

Laura Bailey on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Lovely sentiments…May the circle with your link never be broken. Thanks for sharing…Cheers to you across the great briny from NYC!  :-)

 

 

Old Egg on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

It saddens me to think that so many do not experience that “wonderfully furious thing” that make life so worthwhile. This in itself is the answer to the perennial question “Why” when we undertake life’s journey. Most enjoyable poem Scott.

 

 

Micki Peluso on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Dear Scott,

This is a bit different than many of your poems, reflective, yet in a different sense. Perhaps from your long winter of discontent?

Forever in the background

A persistent, elemental energy

That didn’t ask to be here,

Just is…

And when it bursts forth

Tis a wonderfully furious thing.

This so completely sums up the dearth of creativity that seems to wax and wane in dark moments, then rise like the phoenix, bringing us back hope and the desire to begin again. As for ’tis’ it gives beauty to the lauguage of the poem even if not needed.

Micki

 

Linda Rogers on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

This beautifully penned poem made me think about how we have the ‘choice’ to live fully. Our life is like a stage and we choose how it’s going to be. I found this incredibly inspirational. Thanks for sharing :)

 

 

Don MacIver on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Scott, I will forever embrace your distinctive style, your voice, your innate sense of curiosity and fervent lover of life and its many nuances. Your provident care of your written expression is as delicate and endearing as it is enduring.

“And so the challenge
Is a simple one,
To keep bringing light to bear.”

This says it all so succinctly yet with wonderfully eloquent, broad strokes as an oil brush to canvas. Your words here speak volumes to life in general and to our writing endeavours as a whole or in part. Wonderful.

 

 

Linda Hogan on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I loved your poem, then read others. Thank you for that gift. And it made me want to drop everything else and write poetry.

 

 

Geraldine Williams on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Great!

 

mindlovemisery on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Björn has said it better than I could ever express! Your writing is so refined and elegant. Your poetry is to be aspired too

 

 

Mahnaz on View from the Great Ocean Road, South Australia – Two of the Twelve Apostles…

Full of tranquility!!! How beautiful!

 

 

Mahnaz Mohafez on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

There’s a world of words even in the choice of title i.e. it is full of beautiful stories right from the VERY beginning. A wonderful poem again Thank you,Scott!

 

 

Bonnie J. Toomey on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

A haunting poem of hope. Thank you for sharing your work.

 

 

Kapardeli Eftichia on  New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

“Tentative soul’s journey” A phrase that shows the challenges of living humanity these years and here there is no choice there is no future there is strength soul. The sudden energy is considered a miracle … Keep it up so beautifully

 

 

Annell on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I enjoyed reading your poem…happy spring to you….and may summer follow swiftly behind.

 

 

Prajacta on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

A wonderfully furious thing indeed… I like the elemental essence you have brought here. Feels really vibrant and raw!

 

 

Ashlie Allen on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wonderful poem, Scott. It resonates deeply and the language is gorgeous, haunting and thought provoking.

 

 

Amy on New Poem – About…

Hi Scott, I met you via LinkedIn and I was wondering about posting your poem about Grace–sharing it with my followers and OF COURSE linking you and giving you credit. I think it’s breath-taking.
Amy
(either on my PTSD blog http://ptsdcreativewriting.com or my main literary blog http://amyjosprague.wordpress.com )
thanks, totally cool if not

 

 

Lyn on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Fabulous, Scott…really connect with your lines “forever in the background, a persistent elemental energy”…that’s the energy of life and love, i think!

 

 

Amy Sprague on Recent Writing

Wow wow wow!!! I’m a fan…

 

 

Amy on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Scott, this is so amazing. You say so much here. Stunning. It’s exactly what I’ve been experiencing. Beautiful.
Amy

 

 

Deborah Hodge on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Scott, as always I sink so deeply into your words that they wrap around my soul. You are an oracle… So powerful and challenging.

I see the time and resonance in every single letter and feel your knowledge and spiritual enlightenment.

The world learns much from you and you soften the harshness that surrounds us.

Great mastery and wonder… In fact: “tis a wonderfully furious thing…”

 

 

Kathleen on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Another lovely write, Scott. Loved the line –

one fleeting moment
Of grace to another.

and moving to the chinks appearing to the bursting forth.
Wonderful!

 

 

Cressida on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Coming and going tis the way of wonderful furious things!:)

 

 

vivienne blake on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

And that’s the way of things. Thank you for this intriguing poem.

 

 

Claudia on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

it is a good thing when what was hidden bursts forth and becomes visible – and we can still decide then how to deal with it – instincts can be a blessing and dangerous as wel

 

 

CC on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

There is a rawness to this…it really takes the reader back to that elemental fire that burns underneath, behind, within…and it is powerful. Beautiful.

 

 

Madeleine Begun Kane on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

So insightful and well written!

 

 

Wolfsrosebud on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I sensed the inner journey of a writer in this… traversing the roads of life… deep in thought… life a wonder

 

 

Katie Mia Frederick on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

i feel so fortunate to be in physical condition to be able to go rave dancing with
twenty something year old folks and me at 54…
This instinctual connection is so strong in wildly freely non-possessive interpretive dance..
and truly the raising of mindful awareness in elevation of consciousness tells
me now for sure.. that my suspicions as a younger man when watching the
so called savage primitives flailing wildly around a fire.. is full of the sensuous
the sexual.. that makes humans alive.. and even science shows now that the sensual
or lust of life is what drives most all of human creativity and productivity flow…

Heaven is here.. and it truly is in the human connection to me.. fully expressed in how we
are born as tribe and not isolated pegs of song and dance…in everyday life..:)

 

 

Misunderstood on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

“a persistent, elemental energy”

Like a candle in the darkness, we must continue to find the good in this world. Beautifully written.

 

 

Kelly on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

To keep bringing light to bear…. Yes, that is always the challenge, and the goal.

 

 

Mary on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

This is a wonderful message. I do think that if we would all keep bringing light to bear the world would be so much better for it! Looking forward to seeing you again on Sunday.

 

 

Grace on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I like that energy in the ending, a reminder that it is within us to tap and ignite ~ Good to see you Scott ~

 

 

kanzensakura on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

I like the “tis” but I don’t know you. But I do like it with the “Tis a wondrously furious thing”. and the line, Till some chinks appear…made me smile and pump my fist in the air. Wise and wonderful.

 

 

Charlie Zero on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Your words are breath-taking and amazing.

I love your poem and I can feel your emotions on this piece.

well done my friend. :)

 

 

Anna on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Wise and wonderful words Scott.
Anna :o]

 

 

Tony Maude on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott,

Nice to be reading your work again … smiles. I’m hoping you’ll have some of mine in the not too distant future.

I really like this, but there’s a couple of nit-picky things to point out:

In the 5th line of the 2nd stanza it does not need to be there, and in the last line Tis just doesn’t sit right for me. Somehow it doesn’t sound like you …

Other than that … as I said, I really like this

Scott says: thanks Tony for spotting the ‘it’ – kind of you… This was actually a typo that snuck in to the published version somehow… So has now been cleaned out… However ’tis’ is a bit characteristic of Scottie to be honest with you – Rightly or wrongly I am rather fond of slipping in to using it when I need a one syllable fix for ‘it is’ which often sounds too heavy handed to my ear. Look forward to reading some of your new stuff… And have faith – one day the Moleskin will be stuffed to the gunnels!!

 

 

Bill on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

Hi Scott – this hit me when I read till some chinks appear – That line was the line that really made me say “wow” – nice write – bw

 

Dawn Paoleta on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

And when it bursts forth…love the last lines of this…Tis a wonderfully furious thing. Indeed. I like the subtle energy building up to those lines.

 

Bjorn on New Poem – there is an intricate chain…

 

Somehow the undercurrent of instinct that make us less human is maybe better than the controlled one we see.. and letting it come forth is truly a wonderful thing.. at least that was what I read (maybe because of disappointments in humanity)

 

 

Lee Richard Kirsten on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

“You were with me all along” oh … Boom! … there it is … the moment that deep burning draw of breath, is actually – your heart—aching love — sweet love. Expressed like a true lover, Scott.

 

 

Deborah Hodgetts on Recent Writing

Thank you for your beautiful poems, they really brighten my day.

 

 

Mandla Thabo Sukati Qhobosheane on Writing

Right on Scott. Really like the poetry.

Here’s a sample from Chapter 7 of my upcoming novel:

Thunder shook the lush river valley and it began to pour. Heavy dense African rain.

Splish, splashety drips from creeks upstream united like brothers and gave way to roaring, plunging rivers downstream. A smoky mist rose from the thick mass of water tumbling and crashing onto the rocks below creating the rainforest, and majesty of Victoria Falls.

Palm trees, baobabs, and mahogany trees stood watch from the shore. A bushbuck enjoyed the drenching and savored a sip amidst crocodiles. Hiding in the rocks, a python watched two shepherds on horseback.

 

 

Lissadell House on Writing

Beautiful verse, keep it up

 

 

Pari Zarei on Writing

I’m really happy and lucky to be friend with a adorable writer like you

 

 

Jacqueline Touche on Recent Writing

As always I am always happy to read your beautiful Poems, so am looking forward to more..

 

 

Arghavan Vaziri on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Thank you so much for your valuable time. Reading your poems and other work is such a pleasure for me.

 

 

Mickey Morgan on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Stunning…

Scott says: please also give Mickey’s charming vocal rendition of this poem a listen at: http://vocaroo.com/i/s1FAPpY3vTW2

 

 

John Lysaght on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

I very much enjoyed your poem and I have some
thoughts, realizing that a poem is
multi-dimensional and interpretive.

I felt that Love is not happenstance, that there is an energy and
continuity of purpose inherent in life. Love is alive
in the universe, is reflected in Nature and is there to behold and
incorporated, if enjoined. I appreciated your tree reference
as life historians and teachers. I thought that the “broken hearted waif,”
adrift, would precede the hope of “to dream
again.” Also, the life force of dreams can repel negativity as Love blooms
from within.

 

 

Frederick B.Ponder on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

I just got a chance to read the poem and I enjoyed it once again! I picked up a very.. reassuring tone, nice job.

 

 

Munia Khan on Writing

 

Acrostic poem for Scott:

“Soulful creator of verse
Constant dreamer
Of eternal bliss
Treasured heart
To heal this world!”

 

 

Natalie Moore on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Love this!

 

Munia Khan on New Poem – its all joining up

This beautiful poem reads like a never ending story between heartbeats that can only exist to throb,to remain, to live…and fate is elsewhere, reverberating our wishes….Excellent piece of work as ever!

 

 

Katie Mia Frederick on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Ah.. yes.. love truly given is love lived.. and loved live.. is to live loved.. with love as living and never chance alone..:)

 

 

Anna on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

This has a beautiful flow. It’s miraculous love occurs at all.

 

 

Hank on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Desire is the irresistible pull

That draws us steadily on to one another

And then fruits.

Very true Scott! There has to be that pull that attracts to start everything moving! Great write!

 

 

Bill on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Me might consider love the “unforbidden” fruit

 

 

Munia Khan on Recent Writing

Dear Scott, Thank you very much for all your wonderful work..
And you are, indeed, so heavenly to be able to compose such beautiful verses.
Yes, I have been reading your amazing writing today and I must say- you are so very gifted! I have already become an admirer of your poetry.I feel so fortunate to be able to share the same planet with a wonderful soul like you, Scott.I loved the way how your heart beats out of your words.

 

 

Kenn on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

This poem does it wonderful job of delivering a lovable message. It also kept me tagging along till the end, in which you finally told us what the poem was aimed towards. We can definitely take a lot from love, but this poem really describes true love.

 

 

John Richter on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Scott, your elegance is terrific beyond compare. Until the very last line I thought you were recreating (most wonderfully) the lyrics of one of my favorite songs – “Love stinks. Yeah. Yeah. Love stinks.”

But your last line made me realize the intensity of how it feels when we finally do fall. As a general rule I detest love poems because so very few of them are about love. Mostly they are about the feelings we have during foreplay or courtship. Rarely do bodily functions equate to love in my mind. But your poem here is the real deal, as we say over here, the real McCoy. Well enjoyed and I think well written also.

 

 

Misky on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

The last stanza, yes, but I also like the idea of unloading burdens on trees. That rather caught my imagination.

 

 

Kathryn Dyche Dechairo on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Love how your words are beautifully interwoven with images of nature and trees.

 

 

Viv Blake on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

There are some wonderful phrases in this. I particularly liked
“To inhibit notes of caution
That would otherwise trim our wings,”

 

 

Dele Olanubi on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

This is stunning, Scott ~ the individual words you chose, the phrases you spun as yarn from wool, the tapestry you’ve woven here ~ all becoming an exquisite piece of art.

 

 

Prajacta on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Oh this was gorgeous! And the last stanza was the perfection. It brings fruits… and what sweet fruits.

 

 

Polly on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Killer final line, Scott. ‘You were in me all along.’ OMG.

 

 

Ginny Brannan on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

“You were in me all along.”

A beautifully penned piece, that final line superb!

 

 

Bjorn New Poem – despite what we imagine…

So great coming back and to read more in the poem. Whatever might the trees think about us?

 

 

Truedessa on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

A beautiful poem about self discovery and in the end love resides within our own hearts. At least that is how the poem speaks to me.

 

 

Kanzen Sakura on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

Those trees and that last line. If only we would listen to the trees, we would learn so much. I had to think about this poem abit and then because I wanted more, I had to reread. “You were in me all the time.” perfect.

 

 

Victoria C. Slotto on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

That second stanza gives a sense of the eternal to the poem, which culminates in the beautiful finale.

 

 

Patricia Wolf on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

I love the hidden lines of nature in this… so much to consider

 

 

Brian Miller on New Poem – despite what we imagine…

i knew i was in here somewhere…. its interesting i was just reading a book on the accident of love and all the accidents it takes for love to happen at times…..

 

 

Munia Khan on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Yes, indeed, the trees know it all, being the witness of all the bitter sweet things around our lives (where love plays a vital role most of the time).I really adored the powerful word construction here.Through this excellent piece you have made us, your readers, realize how wonderful it is to feel the vibrant strength of imagination. Great work.So much enjoyed, Scott!

 

 

Rochelle Soetan on New poem – despite what we imagine…

 

“Let the beauty we love be what we do.” Rumi

 

 

Jessica Klein on New poem – despite what we imagine…

It seems that this poem addresses a destiny determined before the earth took its first breath. It’s a stealth like piece–meaning it takes a compelling element of everyday life, desire, and enjoys it, but because as it is it always was…I’m very acquainted with the voice of this poem, and it’s astute and it’s written beautifully. Thank you.

 

 

Avery on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Wow! This is a really beautiful piece.

 

 

Uma Devesh on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I found this to be excellent and would like to read more….

 

 

Binoy Varakil on New poem – despite what we imagine…

A very good poem. I will read more of your poems. Many thanks for sharing

 

 

Yves K. Morrow on New poem – despite what we imagine…

How exquisite this is Scott the flow is so beautiful, it is just like seeing a butterflies wing up close!

 

 

Pushkar Bisht on The many faces of Japan

What a beautiful picture. I love it very much…

 

 

Pushkar Bisht on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Beautiful poem…friend.. A beautiful soul inside you that leads you to find peace and enjoyment of nature…

 

 

Adda Leah Davis on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Love the poem, but seriously doubt that there are soulmates for each of us. That does not mean that I doubt love. Love brings out the depths of each of us and has been the catalyst for all the good this earth holds. Yet, love gone awry has also caused much heartache. All strong emotions have a flip side, I think like a psychiatrist friend once told me that sanity and insanity were a hair’s breath apart. I just try to live on the “sunny side of life.” I’d like to think that there are “soulmates” but like Santa Claus we all get shabby with time.

 

 

G.L. Meisner on New poem – despite what we imagine…

So very romantic.

 

 

Tony Maude on New poem – despite what we imagine…

As others have said, that last line is perfect.

 

 

Jae Rose on New poem – despite what we imagine…

That last line is divine…. I suspect many things we search for are in there… and that’s what the trees know

 

 

Robin on New poem – despite what we imagine…

For all the beauty of your poem I can’t help but think that trees worked out a far less stressful way of procreation than we did.

 

 

Audrey Howitt on New poem – despite what we imagine…

This unfolds so beautifully Scott—each stanza a delight

 

 

Humbird on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Going outward just to find the reflection of our inner essence …who found – blessed. Divine idea and implementation.

 

 

Gillena on New poem – despite what we imagine…

 

I love the way you dismiss the intrigue and take us to a place of destiny
“Lovers are never found by chance.”

Nice write

Much Love…

 

 

Mary Bach on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Some really lovely imagery here Scott. And it think it is very good advice to: “tell it to the trees.” I’m not quite sure what to do with the broken-hearted waif though. And, like everyone else, the last two stanzas and that final line resonate with me. Kudos

 

 

dsnake on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Beautiful writing, Scott!
Loved the honesty in those words.

 

 

Cressida de Nova on The many faces of Japan

 

Hope you enjoyed Japan – your pics are very nice!

 

 

Kerry O’Connor on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Aside from these amazing thoughts you have shared, I really like the structure of each sentence. There is a beauty in the variety of composition which adds to the enjoyment of the whole.

 

 

Cressida de Nova on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Your poem made me think that there is not much point to life at all if there is no love in it.It is the sole purpose of being here and makes the difference between just an existence and a real life.A beautiful poem.

 

 

Totomai on New poem – despite what we imagine…

A tender piece of having someone in life. Lovely ponderings Scott

 

 

K.C. Hart on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I love reading your poems Scott. Lovely to see how you showed that the love is inside us all along x much love & light always K.C. x

 

 

Jennifer Wagner on New poem – despite what we imagine…

It does seem lovers are never found by chance…and that trees have seen it all. Enjoyed this very much, Scott.

 

 

Nan on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Fitting homage to a great poem by Rumi. Reading this is like looking around the bend, waiting.

 

 

Grace on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I simply love that ending line, it pulls me very nicely into the arms of the loved one ~

 

 

Susan on New poem – despite what we imagine…

What an image capturer you are! Thanks for the ones of Japan. In this poem, I did not anticipate the move to the lover being part of oneself, despite the trees waiting and watching, despite the dreamer and sufferer. But when the punch line came it was instant clarity, of course. Not saying that helps with heartbreak or even with patience though!

 

 

Patricia Wolf on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Love how you used the tree to build your poem… and if trees could talk we’d learn so much… lovely piece.

 

 

Kim Nelson on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I believe we hit on the same theme this time. You beautifully plait together our humanity, our spirituality and our world.

 

 

Gabriella on New poem – despite what we imagine…

“Lovers are never found by chance.’ – You got me wondering here. A most thought-provoking poem, Scott!

 

 

CC on New poem – despite what we imagine…

What a stellar start to the new year, Scott! This is brilliant. The way you mingle imagery from nature with the potent emotions of intimacy….mesmerizing. Excellent write :-)

 

 

Donna on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Love how you take us from the beginning where lovers are not by chance and through the painful process sometimes to finding the fruit of our love finally was always there waiting….I floated through the verse here. Wonderful!

 

 

Rosemary Nissen Wade on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I like the gentle progression leading to the rightness of that culminating last line. (Wish you could render it unnecessary to have to type in all my contact details.)

 

 

R.K. Garon on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Well done!

 

 

HA on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I like the imagery, clear and distinct. An interesting piece. The closing is well done.

 

 

Claudia Schoenfeld on New poem – despite what we imagine…

The risk of love…. a risk well worth to take…

 

 

Mary on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I like this poem, Scott. I do wonder do wonder about the first stanza a bit, as I like to think that lovers can be found by chance. I like to hope that there are these magical and chance happenings, those dreams that can come to pass. The last stanza is my favorite. Desire drawing us on to one another…..and then fruits. Thought-provoking indeed.

 

 

Brian Miller on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I like the correlation you make between us and trees… The rising sap… The desire that draws us together… and how there is no chance… but intention in those that are drawn together…

 

 

Eileen on New poem – despite what we imagine…

This is sweet. :)

 

 

Barbara Smith on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I enjoyed this a lot – I love reading and writing poetry – it provides an insight into the thoughts of a writer.

 

 

Nivedita Yohana on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Scott, I read your wonderful poem. Your poems never fail to bewitch me. Your beautiful words “So tell that to the trees who have seen it all ” and “Seems like We always had this coming. Our needs, till met,Like rising sap,…” switching between the objective and emotional; detachment and attachment.. Its a perfect symphony and in literary term it is indeed dialogic.
A true poet enriches and touches the soul to the very core and that is you.

 

 

J. on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I love this–what a good taste it leaves on the breath.

 

 

Rebecca O’Donnell on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I needed this, Word Artist. Thank you.

 

 

Barbara Kasey Smith on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Scott – A beautiful poem with words of wisdom and truth; I too, don’t trust imaginations of what I expect from love – it’s hard to describe because I find love is hard to truly define in itself because “love” is giving much of yourself to another person and it’s sometimes hard to give all.

 

 

Roda Langrana on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Hi
Trees I too connect with at a much deeper level. I have also written a few more. Read them when you have the time … Roda

 

 

Shriram Sivaramakrishnan on New poem – despite what we imagine…

‘For not even fool’s comfort/Can cling on there’ – that is so original…I guess this sums up my entire experience of the poem. My only suggestion to Scott is that you can get away with the last line; leaving it unsaid. This, I believe, would add to the mood of the poem.

 

 

Richard Hevenga on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Scott: Your last stanza is powerful, with pinpoint accuracy. I’ve never seen desire described so well. ~ Richard

 

 

Dr. Jelka Sansom on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Again a multi-layered poem, which gives it depth and strength, but above all very romantic and loving!

 

 

Luther Sealand on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Very classical, very philosophical, and romantic. Your poetry is truly an ethereal expression of the heart’s deep well of inestimable thoughts and emotions.

 

 

Sayed H. Rohani on New poem – despite what we imagine…

A poem with delicate thoughts beautifully expressed and connected.

 

 

Lori Triggs on New poem – despite what we imagine…

It is a lovely poem with great stanzas and about romance.

 

 

Ronee Henson on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Perfect talk to the soul…..
Thank you!

 

 

Micki Peluso on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Wow, Scott,

I wan’t sure where you were going as I traveled along with your words–then the last stanza brought it all together and blew me away. Your poems always comfort me in some strange way that I cannot explain or even understand–but I do appreciate it.

Micki

 

 

Bethany Bull on New poem – despite what we imagine…

As always, a poem that reaches in to one’s soul, and gives meaning to our lives!!

 

 

Loiriam Jimenez on New poem – despite what we imagine…

“Lovers are never found by chance.”
The lovers stay strong despite what they imagine in love. Thank you for sharing. Beautiful poem, Scott.

 

 

Don MacIver on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Scott, yet another gemstone among your many wonderfully penned poems. You reflect on your website that you seek to touch souls with your poetry and indeed you do. There is a marvelous subtlety about your works, an embrace and celebration of life…truly inspirational.

 

 

SonDra Kelly Green on New poem – despite what we imagine…

There is always so much in us, all along.

Blessings and Thanks, Scott!

 

 

Dr Kapardeli Eftichia on New poem – despite what we imagine…

“Desire is the irresistible pull”FABULOUS and i agree” Lovers are never found by chance”Lovers of love of true love…………..nice phrases, my poet Scott. Amazing…

 

 

Victor Cockburn on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I rode your words like a leaf in the wind. Casting my fate to the wind, I had a wonderful ride, thank you for sharing.
Love and Beauty, is in us all along. Thank you Scott for a beautiful reminder.

 

 

Sherry Marr on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Some very beautiful imagery, and much truth, in this poem, Scott. I especially love the trees, the sap, the clotted pollen!!

 

 

Ositadimma Amakeze on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Just read your poem Scott.
“And what else can say? It’s like the running of calm water through the patched throat of a thirsty soul. I yearn for more!”

Thank you my dear friend for the inspiration and devotion.

 

 

Lisa Miller on New poem – despite what we imagine…

The poem is beautiful.

 

 

Sheila Good on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Truly a beautiful poem. You are so talented. Thank you for sharing.

“As it always is
In beauty’s sweet surrender,
Desire is the irresistible pull
That draws us steadily on to one another
And then fruits.
You were in me all along.”

 

 

Brian Wakeman on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I like the continuous flow of what you wish to communicate with rich words and images.
Love is missing in the professional discourse in education.

 

 

Brian Wakeman on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Yes, I agree. Very striking image, almost droll.

 

 

Leilanie Stweart on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Lovely blend of melancholy and romance :)

 

 

Bjorn Rudberg on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I like the image of trees pulled together in the clotted pollen.. just like any desire is likely to bear fruit… spot on Scott.

 

 

Ken Simpson on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Great poem.

 

 

Ositadimma Amakeze on New poem – despite what we imagine…

And what else can say? It’s like the running of calm water through the patched throat of a thirsty soul. I yearn for more!

 

 

Don MacIver on And the river runs on through… The Sacred Valley in Peru

A gorgeous visual Scott and the geography presented here is incredibly like the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia where Andrea and I reside…beautiful.

 

 

Don MacIver on New poem – despite what we imagine…

This resonates fate and destiny for me Scott…and promise too. Wonderful.

 

 

Janice Towndrow on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I enjoyed these poems very much. Thank you.

 

 

Dee on New poem – despite what we imagine…

As always.. I love your descriptive wording that bring visuals and emotion to surface. Love this one too. Thank you.
Dee

 

 

Laura Bailey on New poem – despite what we imagine…

A very lovely poem Scott. May the fruits of this New Year be quite bountiful for you and for those who you hold dear.

 

 

John Rachel on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Beautiful BEAUTIFUL poem!

 

 

Pearl Ketover Prilik on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Happy Healthy Peaceful New Year filled with Love and Light.
Thank you for giving us this poem – it is lovely and a wonderful beginning to the New Year. In someone else’s hands the idea of love “blossoming” might not have bloomed – not so here – as always and as others have said your words are a veritable bouquet.

 

 

Wendy A Waters on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Ah Great Scott you’ve done it again..delivered that dark chocolate for the soul. Your poems are such an antidote to the evening news that increasingly leaves me wondering why so many “fruits of love” failed to ripen in these violent young souls.

 

 

Mahnaz Mohafez on And the river runs on through… The Sacred Valley in Peru

What a beautiful image!

 

 

Mahnaz Mohafez on New poem – despite what we imagine…

A beautiful poem as ever… Thank you,Scott!

 

 

Carol Zielinski on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Just lovely, Scott!

 

Jackie Dick on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Truly beautiful and sensitive poetry, here Scott

 

 

Caron Allan on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Fantastic imagery!

 

 

Caron Allan on And the river runs on through… The Sacred Valley in Peru

Beautiful.

 

Ina on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Lovely poem with so much colour in your words  :)

 

 

The Fancy Irish Fellow from New York on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Happy new writings

in the meadow of life is the foundation of this sparkling poem

it glistens like golden light that awakens the dream of beauty

the words wrap & insulate like a winter coat.

Nature is the ultimate power, as is Love her guide

one of my favourites so far. strong yet sensitive, wise yet humble.

continue to grace us with your rainbow of words.

 

 

Laura on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Scott you always amaze me with your bouquet of words.

Nature and love could melt even the coldest heart!
This one just grabbed me and did not let go until the last word and then I still ached for more!

Bravo my friend!!

 

 

Deborah Hodge on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Perfect beginning to 2015. Your description of the trees who have seen it all and we always had it coming. Is the essence of life. Wise words indeed. This is so strong. Xxx

 

 

Ashlie Allen on New poem – despite what we imagine…

Beautiful, Scott. I love the romance and honesty in this poem, and I agree with Aria Ligi, the last stanza is magnificent. Fantastic!

 

 

Lupe Eyed Tucker on New poem – despite what we imagine…

The idea of love developing in us like fruit, and especially the last line, holds special meaning for me, “You were in me all along.”

 

 

Aria Ligi on New poem – despite what we imagine…

I love this one, especially the last stanza:

“As it always is
In beauty’s sweet surrender,
Desire is the irresistible pull
That draws us steadily on to one another
And then fruits.

You were in me all along.”

This is the perfect description of soulmates. After all, how can you lose yourself?

 

 

Alex Fielding on New poem – Recent Writing…

Very charming writer who writes his poems with a great passion and emotion that comes through with each single word he chooses to use. I love them. These are great works of art from a very talented poet.

 

 

Deborah Hodge on New poem – here I am…

I rather believe we are kindred souls fine sir. To drink deep both of sorrows and of joy and to live restlessly is timeless. Your work draws me in and opens my soul. I care to dance a little more with your words. I shall look deeper. My perfect find for 2015 xx

 

 

Robert Braxton on New poem – it’s all joining up…

Love the scope, breath and depth. Beyond the mortal and into the realm of the immortal. Beyond the human conscious and into the realm of life’s karma and for the stars to align there must first be an understanding and acknowledgement of one’s true being.

 

 

Loiriam Jimenez on Happy New Year 2015 from London – the light is coming…

Great Picture!

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