They Understand

Art by Big Bee courtesy of etsy.com

Snuffed out by shadows

the sun retreats to parts unknown

the breeze whispers a calm acceptance

of what just is

contrived formulations seem to emanate

even from the innocent buttercups

seemingly incoherent and disjointed rantings

are exhaled willy nilly by prickly cacti

I watch the scene nodding my head

yes, they understand

Reviews

[kublakhan27]

It's hard to put into words, but I relate to this very deeply. I need to listen to the breeze more often and accept what is, and try to steer clear of the disjointed rantings that many people have had to endure from me in the past. Yet there are elements of positivity that break through, the notion of understanding, even if it's from our environmental surroundings...it's not like you can always count on people for that understanding anyway haha Thankfully I find exceptions among my friends here. Nicely done Lydi :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Accepting life and realizing there are some things we just have to deal with because we can not change them seems easier when I am observing nature. Butterflies only live 6 weeks, but they make the most of that time. We would do well to learn from them, no? Thank you so much, Steve. Lydi**

[kublakhan27]

So true my friend :)

[Cassie]

Hello Lyd, I missed reading you. This is really good, I enjoyed the imagery.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Cassie. Lydi**

[Tom]

Such a brilliantly imaginative piece of contemplation, who needs meditation when I can read this sublime, subliminal, piece of writing !

As creative as it is positively therapeutic, serene indeed Lydia !

[Lydia Shutter]

If you are feeling serene after reading my words, I am thrilled, Tom. May the feeling last. Thank you so much for this lovely review. Lydi**

[Sheila Kline]

We are controlled by the "givens" in life, therefore we must even more understand and appreciate that which we have the ability to change. We may choose to believe that certain aspects of life are set in stone when they are actually flowing in rivers of renewal.
Your thoughts are those that prompt me to appreciate both the given and that which is within my power to change, or attempt to change - when I have such a choice.
....love the image too as it reminds me of the "two sides" of life.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Sheila....I always appreciate your wonderful reviews. Lydi**

[Lyn Anderson]

What I like about this is where my head immediately went was how we think of all the other writers in here. It might not be about that, but that's where I went. As in, the most gentle of people come up with all these amazing eclectic mix of things, anyway, great write.

[Lydia Shutter]

I so appreciate your kind review. Thank you. Lydi**

[emmajoy]

' .. contrived formulations seem to emanate ~ even from the innocent buttercups ~ seemingly incoherent and disjointed rantings ~ are exhaled willy nilly by prickly cacti.. '

thing is Nature accepts its condition and place in life, Human kind fight to win continuity because it feels it should. That sun's meant to show us the choice of coming and going, bright or dull, asleep or alert, depending on.. whatever, perhaps? A poem with meanings meant to be explored, quietly and carefully.

[Lydia Shutter]

It's true....we fight reality and think we can change it. Nature knows acceptance is the only peace. Thank you so much, Emma. Lydi**

[Seashell]

Nature.... Just one word... 'Nature' understands it all

I pictured the poet standing, observing and nodding. Then I smiled.

Wonderful piece to waken up to this bright sunny Morning.
Thank you xx

[Lydia Shutter]

I appreciate your reviews so much. thank you. Lydi**

[Antoñyo]

Profound piece...an excellent first read of the morning for me.
...and I sometimes "overthink the room" but in such a brief space I hear/feel meanings stretching into the corners of life itself.

Thanks for the potent share, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Antonyo, I always appreciate your reviews. Thank you so much. Lydi**

[Rita L. Sev]

Calm acceptance of what just is... We should be so wise. A wise and beautiful poem, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Rita. Lydi**

[Sanober]

Oh yes Lydi...they certainly do. I could actually hear the cacti's ranting. I love looking at things through your eyes, through your poetry, they fill me with inspiration and spirit. Just lovely, my friend.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Sanober. Great to see a review from you! Lydi**