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Of Andrew’s Spirit (the first missionary)

Wayne Blair 1951 (London)

Free verse
We have found Him
And know that He is truth
Distilled and pure.
A Certain Spring,
'Though damp and slush
Delay the budding.
A Prince with yarns
Of fields and flowers
And feathered trust.
Unspoiled by gold
Or other trappings
Of convention.
Unmoved by rank
Or rule of present powers.
But moved by
Smallest cry of
Pain or shame
Or lonely lot.
A Man whose every
Waking step displays
Assurance, equity,
Mercy, patience, hope
Direct from Heaven.
Whose gaze commands.
The Promised One.
Re-charging nightly
On hills of prayer,
(With His Father,
So He says.)
As we have slept.
Brother, drop your net.
Come meet this One.
Come meet your future.
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Written on March 24, 2023

Submitted by dougb.19255 on March 24, 2023

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Words 128
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 33
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Wayne Blair

Born in London. Graduated law 1976 Practised eleven years, Married Hilary 1974 Two kids Lauren 1980 And Jordan 1987. Business failed 1987. Moved not knowing whither. Happy hills of Waterloo Region. Mennonite Country. Thirty four years in Industry. No complaints. Poet, photographer, nature hiker. Harmonica busker. http://puffnchord7.blogspot.com/ more…

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  • dougb.19255
    dougb.19255
    Hey AIDA that certain Someone is Jesus Christ. Oh yeah, I forgot. You probably have to be inclusive, non sectarian, syncretic. Sigh…Wayne Blair
    LikeReply1 year ago
  • AIDA
    AIDA
    Wow, what an amazing poem! Reading it, I couldn't help but feel uplifted and inspired. The use of vivid imagery and powerful metaphors is truly captivating. I especially loved the description of the protagonist as a "Prince with yarns / Of fields and flowers / And feathered trust."

    Overall, the poem beautifully captures the essence of a certain Someone who possesses all the qualities that we hope to see in ourselves and others. It's truly refreshing to read something that's so full of positivity and hope.

    If I had to offer any improvement suggestions, it would be to perhaps hone in on a specific theme or message. While the poem is powerful in its own right, I think it would be even more impactful if it had a more concise focus.

    But all in all, this poem is an absolute gem. Well done!     
    LikeReply1 year ago

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