Like a spirited pup
awaiting liberation of the stick,
so this ancient heart
did leap about ungainly.
Frightening to witness the promise breathing,
To hold eternity in trembling hands!
Take me home, for I have seen light and glory.
Silence now this erratic beat.
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It is a new year and time for Quadrilles (a poem in 44 words) over at dVerse. Today Grace has given us the word “leap.”
The text for yesterday’s service was taken from Luke 2 and I am inspired to walk through 2018 with “Simeon” faith.
May this New Year be one of fulfilment and truth.
little learner 
Jan 02, 2018 @ 00:23:42
A lovely inspiration for the new year~ May we hold that light and glory close ~
Jan 02, 2018 @ 21:28:29
Amen, Grace! Amen!
Jan 02, 2018 @ 00:24:58
Marvelous writing!
Jan 02, 2018 @ 21:28:58
Thank you. 🙂
Jan 02, 2018 @ 02:21:02
The story of Anna and Simeon (read yesterday at church) is one I love to pray over since, like those two, I am old and waiting. Beautiful.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 21:30:03
Yes! I too wait and watch in hope and prayer.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 02:37:28
Great poem with excellent writing contained therein. I was read this last week as part of my daily liturgy. A lovely story.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 21:30:44
Indeed! Thank you.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 02:42:17
A beautiful poem that emanates light, promise and joy! Thank you for sharing your inspiration.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 21:31:30
Thank you for reading and your comment! 🙂
Jan 02, 2018 @ 05:18:34
Wow!! I have to go read that. So beautifully done. Thanks
Jan 02, 2018 @ 21:32:01
Thank you. 🙂
Jan 02, 2018 @ 08:11:03
really beautiful and inspiring work!
Jan 02, 2018 @ 09:10:14
Thank you, Victoria. Hoping 2018 is filled with inspiration!
Jan 02, 2018 @ 14:08:37
Love the inspired leap you brought to the bar.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 16:00:17
Thanks, Björn! 😊
Jan 02, 2018 @ 15:41:12
I like the reference to Simeon’s faith.
Jan 02, 2018 @ 16:59:11
I’ll look them up. They sound inspiring!
Jan 03, 2018 @ 17:43:13
Love the promised breathing of the Spirit!
Dwight