It rests upon a gentle crest,
with stately elms embracing its breast.
Rising high above they spread their wings,
beholding in the dwelling the loved souls that sing.
At dawn they rise for the coming day’s toil,
turning the earth and cultivating the soil.
The bountiful orchards set ablaze,
attracts them there for a pause on the warm spring day.
Their flowers rise in glory, what a beautiful sight,
releasing their essence, the great breath of light.
The sun rests on the horizon in the west,
reminding them of the hard days coming rest.
The robins sing their goodnight song,
until once again the emergence of dawn.
Their souls in slumber released in flight,
This grand old house holds them dear to the night.
Kuan Gung
with stately elms embracing its breast.
Rising high above they spread their wings,
beholding in the dwelling the loved souls that sing.
At dawn they rise for the coming day’s toil,
turning the earth and cultivating the soil.
The bountiful orchards set ablaze,
attracts them there for a pause on the warm spring day.
Their flowers rise in glory, what a beautiful sight,
releasing their essence, the great breath of light.
The sun rests on the horizon in the west,
reminding them of the hard days coming rest.
The robins sing their goodnight song,
until once again the emergence of dawn.
Their souls in slumber released in flight,
This grand old house holds them dear to the night.
Kuan Gung
Dedicated to my departed grandparents who lived, loved and cared for the earth in this old house. The two most influential souls in my life...I miss them dearly.
Very sweet poem. Thank you for sharing.
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a lovely dedication Kuan.
ReplyDeleteRT is amazing and wonderful . lady of great talent and skill
ReplyDeleteKuan!!! this is... so...poignant! felt that stab of nostalgia, instantly! and heyyy ths is rare... something from your pen! very soothing thanks friend for sharing!
ReplyDeletei am sorry to hear abt yr gransparents.... i am sure that yr grandparents will continue to bless u ... its a beautiful poem...take care:)
ReplyDeleteIt's funny how death can inspire the most wonderous poetry. This touches me.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful tribute to your grandparents. Thank you for sharing. Peace and blessings to you!
ReplyDeleteI think that every good poet writes from the heart. It's a beautiful poem and your heart is surely in it.
ReplyDeleteVery moving-
ReplyDeleteI linked to your blog at my site. Thanks for the Rumi!
WOW mind blowing!
ReplyDeleteKeshi.
awwwwwwwwh ... what a grand little house tis that!
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I loved this poem!
ReplyDeleteVery nice!
I am sure it would make your grandparents smile!
Margie
I was very touched by this Kuan. Your feeling heart came through so beautifully. I look forward to more.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet of you. Poem is good. Do u write poems?
ReplyDeleteso soothigly beautiful, kuan!
ReplyDeletea fitting tribute for someone you cherish so deeply..i guess that is where your own depth comes from..a heritage of those who you love.
my wishes for all the divine blessings on you that your life may always be filled with that depth.
Wonderful poem and picture. That house looks like it holds a lot of love and dear memories. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt is really hard losing grandparents. Mine are all gone now too. I miss them.
A beautiful way to commemorate a relationship that was.
ReplyDeletePoetry does give one wings that can span lifetimes. I'm sure your words reached their destination.
beautiful pic!
ReplyDeleteKuan, lovely to hear your words!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!
Thank you for this...
Om Shanti!
(still having trouble getting to your post page... am linking in this home computer connection just won't do it!)
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ReplyDeleteI'd just like to express my sincere appreciation for all the kind words...thank you...deeply...
ReplyDeletewow!!! This is absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHello Friend!
ReplyDeleteoh..i love the pic and the surrounding of tat hse.
ReplyDeletevery peaceful i guess....
ur poem are lovely!
this is really good kuan.... very touching.... :)... Grandparents.... always give such wonderful memories...
ReplyDeletebeautiful indeed...lovely words:)
ReplyDeletethank you kuan! i was touched to read ur comments.
ReplyDeleteKuan? How are you doing?
ReplyDeleteeileen I'm doing fine my friend...I again want to also thank everyone for their very kind comments...their are indeed some kindred people who dwell here...so much wisdom...I'm often humbled by the presence..
ReplyDeleteThanks for the wishes Kuan :)
ReplyDeleteIts always a pleasure to see you.