Pic on Flickr by Gemma Wiseman ~ Vineyards at Red Hill~
One Single Impression prompt ~ Freedom
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So many of us have the freedom to enjoy nature's beauty ~
To taste the scents of leaves awakened by fresh rain
To feel the crisp air of early morning
To hear the lyrics of timeless wildlife
To see the wine of the soul springing on the vine
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But is the spirit strong enough
To leave the beauty untainted ~
To forget about bottling the magic
And marketing it with an exotic label
And waiting for the wealth
That must fall
From corporate heaven
~
For such a heaven
Has a short lifespan ~
And this freedom is a mask ~
And nature has a vicious sword
Called
Vengeance
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And there is a poem called Posted Messages?
It is a posting on my AuraGem Songlines, relating to the freedom of imagining symbols in the world around us. In particular, it refers to our freedom to make choices ~ wise choices ~ valuing what we have and preserving it, maybe even building on it. There is a pic from my beloved village of Red Hill, on the Mornington Peninsula.
11 comments:
You make me think nature has a right and a will to protect herself. Thanks!
Writing in Faith: Poems
"But is the spirit strong enough
To leave the beauty untainted ~
To forget about bottling the magic"
These lines are very touching. And what a wonderful photo. :-)
Thought-provoking message indeed! Good take on freedom. I especially love your posted messages poem. Beautiful.
well written poetry about such an important and contemporary conflict. the conflict between nature and us humans is one I too fear, humanity might end up being the bitter loosers. thanks for sharing this
..the nexus of power and money continues to steal the ordinary freedoms of ordinary folks..
thank u for this insightful poem..
This speaks to me very much. Thank you for the insight and the questions you pose.
this makes me wish i would wake up and have at least a half interest in nature some day... i am sooo an indoor kinda gal.......
This was excellent Gemma. Beautiful and relevant too. Loved your photo choice! G
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beautiful g... i would much rather see trees and green everywhere than a shopping mall anyday...
When I want solitude I escape to be nearer nature. I loved this.
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