I wondered, in this tinge of pink, in this hue of purple
what the poetess would contemplate
in the ocean
seeing, more with the heart
could she hear the music
in the waves?
would whale bones speak to her?
no God would condemn
such a soul that loved the mysteries
the vastness of everything
whose being
was awakened
by the sun.
Note: Dedicated to the memory of the wonderful poetess Mary Oliver.
Mary lived for a time in Massachusetts with her partner Molly Malone Cook. Molly was a photographer and at times took pictures of famous people.
Mary’s poetry speaks to me due to her observations of life and nature, and how she feels about being alive. Currently I’m reading her book Why I Wake Early. It is filled with light, and I always feel lifted when I read her work. I highly recommend it.
Peace.
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Thank you Michael! Peace and wonderful blessings to you my friend.
wonderful , eco !
Thank you Eco! Peace and beautiful blessings to you.
Sigh, so beautiful.
Thank you Pam! Peace and beautiful blessings my friend.
I love your tribute to a poetess. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Molly! Peace and wonderful blessings to you.
Such a beauty of eternal earth The Hue Of Purple written by a poet’s wonderful thoughts 💭 🌷🙏👍🏻
The lines so inspiring with beauty of purple , Oceans heart sound Wales moving the waves she can hear, the sunlight
Wakes all and the God ‘s grace wishes all
Thank you Thattamma so much! Peace and wonderful blessings to each of you.
Thankfully 🌷🙏♥️🌷😊
Tribute the poetess and grace wishes dear friend 🌷🙏♥️🌷
Thank you again my friend! Peace and beautiful blessings to you.
Thank you for this beautiful message and God Bless 🙏💝🌺
Beautiful poem, Nico, and beautiful homage .
In friendship
Michel
Thank you so much Michel! Peace and wonderful blessings to you and your family.
O what Michel said!!! the lyric poem and reminding me to return to Mary Oliver, see her shaped in the context of Molly, and let her words direct my life.
Thank you Maren for your beautiful comments! Peace and wonderful blessings to you.
What a poetic and poignant tribute this is. And so good to see you, Nico!
Thank you Erika for your wonderful comments! Peace and beautiful blessings.
Much love to you and yours, Nico!
Absolutely gorgeous, Nico. A beautiful tribute to an extraordinary talent. 💖
Thank you Michele so much! Peace and beautiful blessings to you. Have a great week.
You are most welcome, Nico. Thank you and you do the same! 🌞
Beautiful post and thank you for highlighting “ Why I wake early “ by Mary Oliver.
I have this too and love it. I can hear the music of the sea, of the trees and nature
around me.
Miriam
Thank you Miriam for your wonderful comments! Yes, Mary’s work is truly beautiful. Peace and wonderful blessings to you.
A beautiful ode, Nico! Mary Oliver’s work is stunning.
Thank you Jeff! My friend her work is amazing. Peace and wonderful blessings to you.
You’re welcome, Nico! Ah, indeed, and agreed. Thank you, and to you, dear friend.
Such beauty in both the picture and poem. Gorgeous imagery Nico!
💞
Thank you Cindy! Your comments are encouraging. Peace and wonderful blessings to you.
You’re so welcome Nico!!! My pleasure!!💕❤️💕