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Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, now living in Cheshire, England. I started to write poetry some years ago, as a hobby. I have enjoyed that new venture very much. My preferences are for long and micro-form poetry styles. A first book of poetry ~ Reason Without Rhyme, was published in December 2013. A second book ~ Fifty Seven Pebbles, was published in September 2015...I am presently compiling the content for my third book. Thank you for visiting my Blog... COPYRIGHT: The entire copyright and content of this Blog belongs to the author Eileen T O'Neill. Nothing should be copied, reproduced or hosted as per RSS feed by any other party. {This particularly applies to the USA company Feedspot.com}

Sunday, 9 February 2014

Castaway....



Aspects of life held in a seasonal mooring,
Anchored to another renewed point in time.
Long-winded stormy days of lethargic doubt,
Shielded and sheltering within winter’s warmth.
Optimism takes a look upon the external views,
An emerging newness observed beyond confines.
Corners of darkness exude distinct shades of hope,
Earthy shoots push onwards to elate solemn moods.
Spring extols its growth with fresh floral coverings,
Rebirth of attitude invigorates that isolation of self.

©Copyright Eileen T O’Neill 09/02/2014
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14 comments:

  1. revelationsSunday, February 09, 2014

    a great sense of winter doldrums... but with a sprig of hope from the coming spring... this reflects my state of mind right now...

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  2. ZQSunday, February 09, 2014

    Wonderful piece.
    Here in NH, in the colonies, it's "Cabin Fever" entranced in the dripping of the icicles as a sign of redemption and Spring. :-)
    ZQ

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  3. Brian MillerSunday, February 09, 2014

    nice....that new life bursting forth...i look forward to that spring...in season and in life.....to break free of the frozen...the shadow.

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  4. MarySunday, February 09, 2014

    I like the idea that even in the darkness hope does emerge. Even in the cold of winter there are shoots waiting to push out. Rebirth indeed happens not only with nature but also with attitude. I like this poem and its message, Eileen.

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  5. Raining IguanasSunday, February 09, 2014

    I always feel as though your dictionary as more words in it than mine. You find the perfect mix time after time.

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  6. GabriellaSunday, February 09, 2014

    I enjoyed the optimism that spring is indeed round the corner, Eileen! We will be so glad when it is here.

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  7. Sherry Blue SkySunday, February 09, 2014

    I like the hope in the dark corners, and the rebirth of attitude with the coming of spring.........in the western hemisphere I think we are very ready for winter to be over.

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  8. NataĊĦekSunday, February 09, 2014

    it's like a theme of the week for us.. inspirational.

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  9. scotthastiepoetSunday, February 09, 2014

    "Optimism takes a look upon the external views" I like the poetic depth you are reaching for and have achieved in this piece - I'll be visiting again for sure... With Best Wishes Scott www.scotthastie.com

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  10. kaykualaMonday, February 10, 2014

    Aspects of life held in a seasonal mooring,
    Anchored to another renewed point in time.

    Classic opening Eileen! There is always something that don't move. It needs little to unravel but cause untold problems if not cleared in the initial stage! Great thoughts!

    Hank

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  11. AnonymousMonday, February 10, 2014

    Winter as paralyzer! And then finally the rebirth coming just before we've given up all hope!! Winter in the colder climes!!

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  12. UnknownMonday, February 10, 2014

    Your last line speaks volumes, Eileen. Nicely done.

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  13. MargieWednesday, February 12, 2014

    I needed this today.
    Made me feel hopeful.

    Wonderfully done, thanks Eileen

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  14. AnonymousThursday, February 13, 2014

    I yearly await for the shoots to lift my mood. I hate the cold.

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