Wilderness

Make of it what you will

What carries on the wind, it is not clear?
I listen with intent as it draws near.
In silence I anticipate a spark
of understanding in the pre dawn dark?
Yet only whispers find their way to me,
In tongues that do not speak with clarity.
And that's the way it's been for many years,
through all my adult days, my unspun tears.
I wait with patience while you stay away,
I stand alone , I have no will to pray.

Reviews

[John the Baptist]

A voice crying in the wilderness? This one has the feeling of a dark night of the soul, wherein the speaker yearns for a divine sign, but with no apparent reward. It has been this way always for spiritual seekers, who long for communion with God but who continue to perceive only silence from above. Perhaps, though, embracing that silence rather than resisting it is the answer. A well rhymed piece dealing with a universal problem.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you John. A universal problem it is without doubt your visit here very much appreciated.
read moreThank you John. A universal problem it is without doubt your visit here very much appreciated.

Chris

[Harmony Lee]

As with so much of your writing (at least that which I have thus far seen), the structure and rhymes of this piece read so well. You are truly gifted and skilled to be able to so well convey what this conveys, especially in such a relatively short piece. I have written quite a bit of poetry myself inspired by the pre-dawn. It can be a time so mysterious, so glorious, so tender, and the list goes on beyond words. May you find peace amidst your search, whether or not ever you hear more clarity from these sources.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your considered opinion on this short write. Your thoughts well-received and appreciated.

Chris

[Lanny]

The never ending quest for understanding, timeless indeed. You have such wonderful phrasing and rhyme, as conveyed through "In silence I anticipate a spark of understanding in the pre dawn dark", and delightful diction "In tongues that do not speak with clarity" and "my unspun tears".

Nicely done, and all the best,

Lanny

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lanny for your thoughtful response. Your words very much appreciated. All good wishes.
read moreThank you Lanny for your thoughtful response. Your words very much appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

So many times and in many ways, messages come from many sides claiming they speak the truth and for The Truth. They provide no clear answers or solutions but add to the chorus of confusion in our lives. That is why some of us use the filters built in to sort through this maze. Some are led like sheep without thinking for themselves. Nothing wrong with questioning and asking for answers, otherwise it will be a blind faith with no conviction. An excellent write Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Sami for your excellent response. I am not one to be led blindly, I question everything. I still wait for answers.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

All wonderful. You are welcome.

[Sami Khalil]

All wonderful. You are welcome.

[Richard M]

Drawn firstly, by the title. As always Chris, your rhyming and style is amongst my favourites here. Understanding in reading between the lines. Hope you are okay? (((HUGS))) my friend.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Richard,. All is well, thank you for asking and also for your lovely response.

read moreThank you Richard,. All is well, thank you for asking and also for your lovely response.

Chris

[Ryan I]

This is deep. You are waiting for a purpose or sign to move on. Trying to find faith. I believe you will one day.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Ryan for your thoughtful response. You are most welcome on my page.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

Chris, i think prayer comes in many forms as too does what we loosely call God. Divine signs come, but maybe not in the form you would expect. You are not alone, i am sure of that but who , or what looks after you is not a man sitting in heaven that's for sure... best not to wonder too much and just be at one with the universal oness. Love finds a way, you can't see or touch it but it doesn't mean it isn't surrounding you.

[Chris Shaw]

Much wisdom in your words Stella. Thank you for your thoughtful response. Gratefully received.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

Sometimes we cannot hear the whispers, forget who we were. Most of us lost the free-will to wish and dream. Become colder and hard. The poem left the reader something to ponder. Thank you dear Chris for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Coyote for your thoughtful review.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Chris.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Isolation can be an overwhelming feeling.
The images are clear simple and easy to watch. While the feeling is sad and lonely. Excellent combo

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Cherrie for your thoughts. Much appreciated.

Chris

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

I am feeling the same way today Chris...writing a piece about it now ...stopped because I felt something calling me back...maybe it was your voice. Thank you for this share...it's meaningful.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear CQ, so pleased you found my lines and that they are meaningful for you. All good wishes

Chris