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Speak Softly to My Heart
by Cathlyn CartierSpeak softly to my heartÂ…
Echo whispers
Like the wind
Drive away the chaff
Of unfruitful seasons
Trickle faintly
Like a spring-time brook
Filter through the hidden crevices
Cleanse away the silt of broken promises
Pour hyssop
Upon my bosom
Anoint with frankincense and myrrh
Heal the bruises of forgotten dreams
Speak softly to my heart
Lest your words be lost forever
Speak softly
Of friendship, love and hope
Speak
12/18/2003 Author's Note: Hyssop, Frankincense and Myrrh have been noted since ancient times for their medicinal/healing qualities and were highly valued because of this.
Posted on 12/18/2003
Copyright © 2024 Cathlyn Cartier
| Member Comments on this Poem |
| Posted by Quinlan L Gibson on 12/19/03 at 01:35 AM flows like seasons streams, this is so beautiful i had to read it twice! |
| Posted by Quentin S Clingerman on 12/19/03 at 02:57 AM Reminds me a bit of Psalm 51:6-8. A prayer, really; also plea for gentle understanding, forgiveness and love from friends and associates. |
| Posted by Charles E Minshall on 12/21/03 at 01:41 AM A soft tender poem Cath....Charlie |
| Posted by Glenn Currier on 01/08/04 at 04:49 AM The use of imagery to make a statement of the heart is eloquent and sensual. Lovely poem. |
| Posted by Mo Couts on 02/18/13 at 09:42 PM Soft and muse worthy. Nicely written. |
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