What is that fragrance?

Can we accept within our differences we are all really the same? What do we need? What defines us?

What is that fragrance?

 

I long to Linger in the Field fragrances of crimson clover and the thrum of humming birds.

Tucked in, hunkered down against the sometimes harshness of this life.

See the world run from tenderness? A smile is still the battle line.

Must anyone be set on edge by a caring face?  Do you hear the shouts of suspicion?

It seems they are fading. Hope calls. Not a no-man’s land. Go ahead cross on in.

Wear your robe of acceptance. Open arms, the norm.

Your difference is the commonality. Mine too for none of us are identical to another.

Loneliness is the brittle place. We will slowly die and only shoot word barbs at one another leading to 

our own self made prison.

The walls are critical judgment.  How about a cup of tea? Let’s laugh away our fears.

Surly we are familiar enough. For all our differences and disagreements there is also room for a new 

relationship.

We all possess a heart, a soul.  What else is needed? Choice is a decision and I choose you.

I may Sometimes be silly even foolish and Harder on myself than you are.

What seems big is really small. Let us work to create an open plain where we can openly meet with one 

another.

Open the door of Transparency.

Author's Note

How do we view others? Are we looking for a battle line? Is there a way to disagree, to protest where peace is the focus. We must not forget that this earth is shared. Blessings
Kathy

Reviews

[Richard🖌]

🌿🍀 Hello, Kathy Jane 🌸🌱

Reading You is akin to a stroll through a sunlit☀️garden, filled with endless species of colorful flowers, gentle ferns of every green, bushes and plants of lilac, roses, endless varieties of azalea, and trees filled with every fruit and glorious aroma known.
And, who, but You, could have solved the mystery that we all, though different, are also the same, with frailties and strengths, dreams and desires, needs and yearnings, hate and love, hope and despair, kindness and meanness, generosity and selfishness … nearly endless traits are brought to mind by the wonderment and wisdom that flows from your heart's and mind's depthless cornucopia of insight and grasp of life around us -- human, fauna, and flora, alike.
Yes, m'dear, one could read your writings, one after another, and never fail to be amazed by the uniquely splendid being revealed that every trial and reward life has made of You, then, your many inherent qualities that allowed it to.
🌈 Ahhh, that the world were, in your soul's bright vision, as you would have it be.

It's no wonder your poetry sings so beautifully and dances so vibrantly upon the page, into our appreciatively smitten hearts, minds, and souls.
Thank you, M'Dear Poetess, with a bushel basket of happy hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Psst! hummingbirds is one word … wink*]

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Richard,
Finally have read your lovely paragraph. What a nice bit of writing and it is appreciated so much have read it twice. Sorry it took me six months to respond. Well today was perfect for me to sit down and look at who may have come by. So tickled to find you here. Love your presence.
Kathy

[Richard🖌]

Every one of your words were worth waiting for, Kathy … sooo, gracious and touching to a bard's hopeful poetic senses.

Thank you ever-so warmly for loving my presence … reciprocal beings ⁓ we truly are. ; )

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Richard you take care of yourself and keep being the great fella you are.

[Patricia Wedel]

I will gladly "Toast" to a Country where "We the People" respect and Honor each other as we learn to Serve others for the Benefit of future Citizens with Law and Order... Amen... gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

It was a pleasure to come back and read these lines a second time Kathy after a two year gap. Food for thought. We are even more divided now than we were then. So much work to do to appreciate the common thread that joins us rather than focusing on the divisions. Hope you are keeping well and safe.

Chris

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Chris,
I understand what you mean in our present life reality. Whether everyone wants to accept it or not. We really are in this life together. Thank you so much for pointing out your own feelings and thoughts. It's nice to be able to be heard. And to know others are listening. Word say so much whether written or audible. Bless you dear writer friend. Keep being the unique person you are.
Kathy

[alanwgraham]

What a wonderful thought Kathy. We focus on the negative too much and how we differ. It's more important than ever that we find a way to exist in harmony and with the earth. Every so often there are people that show us the way such as Mandela but it ordinary folk can make a difference. Well done for your inspiration.
Alan

[Kathy Van Kurin]

alan,
Isn't life about our choices-decisions which come from the way we choose to think. The battle actually starts inside our souls-our minds. We then act accordingly. The beauty of humanity for me is that all people have this as a thumbprint upon their very design. We are complex for sure. I loved your above helpful words. Your last statement about inspiration goes a long way for me too!
Thank you! Blessings to you. Kathy

[R.E. Ray]

Kathy, a brilliant and creative work that shifts the mind from seeing the battle to imagining a pleasant fragrance, together. "Your difference is the commonality" echoes long after reading this poem. We truly do have the capacity for goodness, and it lies among us as a community. You've captured that so well here.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

R.E. Ray,
I really appreciate you spreading some hope related within your review. Encouragement sure goes a super long way. The world is complex but we can try to be hopeful, be kind.
Bless you much!
Kathy

[R.E. Ray]

You're welcome, Kathy.

[Chris Shaw]

Wonderful inspirational read. Where there is so much division around us daily., it is good to remember the common thread and what joins us rather than separates us. You have conveyed that so well here Kathy.

Chris

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Christine Anne Shaw,
In our own little corner we can pick to shine our own little light. Maybe when another is dark or in the shadow our little bit of light will help them. Your review lifted me today and thank you for that. Bless you for your own view given. So nice..
Kathy

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased my review gave you a lift Kathy. All good wishes. Chris

[Robert Trakofler]

When I am in a mood I will crack the biggest smile and watch the passers by cringe in confusion it is fun to do that sometimes... LOL I am gifted with a loving mindset I see beauty in everyone and I think I have obliterated most prejudices (which is an active endeavor mind you:) I love your questions in this poem ones that we all need to ask now and again

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thinking-seeing good in others is a choice and challending because we do not know what may be under the surface of another's skin or who we are dealing with. Well, to live in this world is not always easy. To simply try to care and take it from there is how Iv'e always lived. Sometimes it has been one long struggle but well life is just that way sometimes. We can as the saying goes, 'pick our battles.' I truly appreciate your blessed choice to see things 'on the bright side.' This world is full of broken people. Iv'e had many friends through out my life whom have been very troubled and hurting. You just never know how or who will come across your path. Thanks again Robert for your desire to care and lend a 'smile.' Golly but it's important.
Kathy Jane.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

You have a typo in the 9th line from the bottom, "surely". The content is wonderful and sweetly humanitarian. It's an honest regret that not more or all people share such a feeling of empathy, one towards the other. That said, not everyone is good or nice and there walk among us sociopaths and psychopaths. Some people would hurt us for the simple joy of watching us suffer and die. We can't give "everyone" the benefit of the doubt. Which is why we teach our children "stranger danger". My little one loves everyone and tells them so. She prays for "everyone" too. But do I trust teachers and clergy alone with my child? Absolutely not. The bad guys are out there hiding in plain sight. And one only has to watch the news to know the sad and simple truth of that.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Fabian G Franklin,
Thank you for responding and reading. I hope things are going good for yourself and those you love as fall is now formally here. I appreciate your honesty.
Blessings,
Kathy

[wordman]

you are right,i think it`s self esteem

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Very nice to see you Ron and of course thanks for reading and such like that..
I wonder what the weather is like where you are? We had frost yesterday morning. Early for us.
Kathy

[wordman]

well kathy last thursday it was 98 this thursday it was 86 ,,cool breeze blowing,little rain low tonight 56 and they say next week will be in the 40`s for lows..i guess fall is finally here..looking for a bad winter better stock up a little with food,water and heat

[Kathy Van Kurin]

It sounds like your climate is a little different then here in the pacific northwest . Love hearing from you Ron.
As always,
Kathy

[wordman]

you`re welcome,and thanks

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Kathy... growing into understanding is a challenge
that never ends. We learn mostly about ourself... and
the day arrives when it is easy to be who we want in every
way that life presents itself. Your poetry is full of discovery...
therein we find contentment. truly, Pat

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Patricia Wedel,
I sure hope discoveries never end. You have sent a great review with wisdom and your own special honest words. I really enjoyed it!
Blessings this early Autumn to you.
Kathy