Weary wintery warmth lived
under watery light,
Draws some comfort from
the dawn of Sabbath.
The advent of this holy
day adds a sparkle to hope,
Lethargy imagines the
promise of its heart’s desire.
The familiar corner seat
of sheltered contemplation,
Dreams beyond the routine
unveiled each new day.
Revelations slowly revealed
like good words of belief,
Hibernation enhances the
seeds of new fermentation.
It is almost possible to
ponder further than tomorrow,
Initiating deferred plans
of well-being and preparedness.
Drawing back internal
curtains and exposing one’s mind,
There is reward in the
seasonal mystery of the Lord’s ways.
©Copyright Eileen T O’Neill 16/02/2014
Oh, I do think we can gain some hope from this holy day. And we all need hope this season of the year. And so true that it is becoming possible to think further than tomorrow. At last, I think, we may be on the seasonal upswing again. There really is reason for the seasons, I guess. If we did not have the darkest coldest days, we would not know the joy of rebirth! Happy Sunday, Eileen.
ReplyDeleteyes, there is reward...and a lot of wisdom in the cycles of seasons and life...how we need each for us to grow beyond where we are....
ReplyDeleteIt is almost possible to ponder further than tomorrow, - wonderful line.
ReplyDeleteand the last line also, we give into this seasonal mystery, there's a reason behind them.
Dear Eileen
ReplyDeleteLately, your poetry has been such a solace for me.
Thank you.
I loved this poem
Margie
xx
Shabbat, or Sunday I think too, can bring comfort as a special day for us to enjoy and during which we could rediscover the meaning of rest.
ReplyDeleteTo everything there is a season... lovely.
ReplyDeleteI always took Sunday as a day of rest and review.. a chance to look at tomorrow with fresh eyes...
ReplyDeleteI love this comfort of Sunday....that adds freshness and energy to our
ReplyDeletemind....the last line is my favorite....
What an amazing poem Eileen. I particularly loved this line "Drawing back internal curtains and exposing one’s mind" - fabulous.
ReplyDeleteSome light and sparkle in winter surely does help! The Sabbath is much about comfort and good words to me too :)
ReplyDeleteI especially like "drawing back the internal curtains and exposing one's mind".......a wonderful write, Eileen!
ReplyDeleteSuperb poetry Eileen, so glad my computer is working properly again.
ReplyDeleteI really liked the opening alliteration! Comparing usual thoughts to a familiar seat was a great device, too.
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