And the words were ladled out
to fill her, like warm soup
for a bleak benumbed soul in need
she had forgotten to feed her
spirit, an inner child who waited
patient for her spoonful
another day here was possible
© Ali Grimshaw 2020
“Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand – and melting like a snowflake.” – Francis Bacon
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Hello,
Usually, I never comment on blogs but your blog is so convincing that I never stop myself to say something about it. You’re doing a great job Man, Keep it up
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Wow. Thank you so much for your kind words of appreciation. That means a lot to me.
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Thank you for always feeding our spirit with your thought provoking and uplifting words Ali. Beautifully done again.
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I do my best to nourish others with my words. Thank you for the compliments. Take good care my friend.
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I posted my blog this morning, read the comments you left (thank you for your nourishing words!) and then read this beautiful, inspiring poem — our souls are in harmony!
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I agree. Your artwork and words are inspirational. Thank you Louise
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Thanks for sharing.
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A pleasure, Ali!!
xoxo 💖🌹
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Such a beautiful poem filled with the warmth of self-love. A much-needed ingredient in these chilly winters.
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Thank you, Megha, for your reflection. May you continue to warm yourself from the inside out.
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Thanks so much dear.
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This is really beautiful and tender! ❤
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Thank you for your visit Deborah. I hope my words but lift to your day.
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like warm soup
for a bleak benumbed soul in need
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Thank you for your reflection. I hope this poem will warm people from the inside out.
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Ali, such a beautiful poem with a very important message. We must be aligned energetically. I just wrote about innocence lost.
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Thanks for your reflection. I hope my words brought lift to your day.
Looking forward to reading what you have written.
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Those spoonfuls are sustenance ❤
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I try to keep my readers fed. Have a great week, Colleen.
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Beautiful poem, Ali. I love the quote, too!
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Jill, I hope this poem inspires you and others to care for your well-being this week. Thank you for stopping by.
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Awesome poem, yes feeding our aoul is very important.
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I hope you were nourished by my words. Let me know, what feeds your soul?
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What a beautiful poem and poignant quote, lovely to read on a sunny winter morning, Ali!
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Thanks for stopping by and leaving your kind response. I hope my words brought lift to your day.
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Your poems never fail to brighten my day and leave me thinking!
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That is my intention. Thank you so much for reading and taking time to leave your thoughts. Make it a great day.
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Thank you!
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